The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has teamed up with Maya, the country’s only end-to-end digital payments company, making it the newest online payment option for GSIS loan borrowers. “We are enhancing our digital payment platforms to provide convenience to our members and pensioners. Maya will further simplify the payment process, enabling borrowers to settle their loans conveniently anytime, anywhere,” GSIS …
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SB Finance has won the “Best Loan Offering” award for its pioneering employee salary loan product, eSALAD, at the 15th Retail Banker International Asia Trailblazer Awards, held in Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore on March 14, 2024. eSALAD was lauded for its customer-centric design and its substantial impact on the financial lives of its users. The award …
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From providing access to hygiene kits to eliminating societal taboos and misconceptions, the Philippines has been trying to break the silence surrounding women’s health and hygiene. Through the SM Store and SM Foundation, the SM Group continues to empower young women in partner communities by distributing hygiene kits and promoting education on women’s health and wellness. “Malaking bagay ito dahil …
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Suzuki Philippines ushers in a new era of automotive innovation with the official launch of the Suzuki XL7 GLX AT Hybrid on March 18th. This momentous occasion heralds a breakthrough in hybrid technology, accompanied by an array of exciting features and highlights that redefine the driving experience for Filipino motorists. In celebration of this groundbreaking launch, Suzuki Philippines is thrilled …
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Global Comfort Group Corporation (GCGC), the renowned hotel management company overseeing leading brands such as Hotel Sogo, Eurotel, Apo View Hotel, Hotel DreamWorld, and Astrotel, forged a groundbreaking partnership with Hotelogix, a cloud-based property management system. The tie-up aims to transform hotel operations and sustainability initiatives. At a recently held press conference in Eurotel Vivaldi, these two companies showcased their …
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State-run Land Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK) recently inaugurated agri-hubs in Oriental Mindoro and Misamis Occidental, in its continued bid to boost the rice production and economic activities in these provinces. LANDBANK has been establishing agri-hubs in the country’s top rice-producing provinces to bring various financial services under one roof. These include banking services such as account opening, withdrawals, and …
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Personal remittances from Overseas Filipinos (OFs) registered US$3.15 billion in January 2024, higher by 2.7 percent than the US$3.07 billion recorded in the same month last year. The increase in personal remittances in January 2024 was driven by increased remittances from land-based workers with work contracts of one year or more and 2) sea- and land-based workers with work contracts …
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Security Bank Corporation (PSE:SECB) has teamed up with Helios, the country’s pioneering climate fintech firm behind the innovative solar mortgage program, to revolutionize the way Filipinos access clean and sustainable energy. This strategic partnership, cemented by the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on February 29, 2024, marks a significant milestone in the journey towards a greener and more …
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In a monumental gathering, the giants of the banking world have come together in an intimate dinner setting recently to fortify their connections and collaborate on a mission of paramount importance: financial inclusion. This unprecedented event showcases the commitment of the banking leaders to bridge gaps and pave the way for a more inclusive financial landscape. Through shared insights, strategic …
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The investment climate in the Philippines is encouraging particularly in the energy sector, according to United States Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo. High-level meetings took place between top US business leaders and Philippine business groups during the first US Presidential Trade and Investment Mission (PTIM) held last March 11-12. Sec. Raimondo lauded the country’s efforts in ramping up renewable energy …
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