Metrobank was voted as the Most Recommended Retail Bank in the Philippines by The Asian Banker (TAB), based on the results of the publication’s Annual BankQuality™ Consumer Survey, which gathered feedback from over 12,000 customers across Asia in January 2024. The Bank achieved…

Average rate increase of 5.9%, will be effective as of January 1, 2025 DHL Express, the world’s leading international express services provider, announced price adjustments today that will take effect on January 1, 2025. The average increase in the Philippines…

RCBC introduces RCBC pay, another payment solution that allows RCBC Mastercard credit card holders to make secure, contactless payments using their NFC-compatible android smartphones. RCBC pay leverages advanced near field communication (NFC) technology, which allows credit card holders to pay…

SBI Holdings Inc., a Tokyo-based financial services conglomerate, has acquired a minority stake in UBX, a proponent of digital transformation in the Philippines, allowing both parties to collaborate in developing more impactful digital transformation solutions tailored for the needs of…

With the local BPO industry valued at over $35B in 2023, the Philippines has become known around the world as a hub for outsourcing, including financial reporting and accounting. In a country with over 175,000 accountants, according to the Board…

Whether it’s a medical emergency in the family, flood damage caused by a typhoon, or just an ill-timed flat tire, an unexpected expense that can put a huge strain on your finances. Fortunately, there are financial tools that can offer…

Asticom Technology Inc. has entered into a strategic partnership with GTI Telecom (GTI) to expand its global reach, with a focus on the United States and Singapore markets. This move underscores Asticom and GTI’s shared vision of harnessing their collective…

Strengthening leadership in the insurance sector by upholding regulatory standards Demonstrating its steadfast commitment to transparency, accountability, and regulatory compliance, Pru Life UK received the coveted Four Golden Arrow award from the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) at the ASEAN…

Tourism in Palawan is on the path to recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic and onslaught of Typhoon “Odette” in 2021. In 2023, tourist arrivals in Puerto Princesa City climbed to 556,608—a significant increase from 2021’s 32,170, and nearly half of…