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SMC raises ₱30 billion from preferred share offering after PSE listing

San Miguel Corporation successfully raised P30 billion through its follow-on offering of preferred shares, reinforcing investor confidence and strengthening its capital position to support future business growth and strategic investments.

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MSMEs

Tala says more Filipino entrepreneurs are using digital loans to grow their small businesses

One in four Tala customers now uses digital loans to fund small businesses, highlighting credit's growing role in supporting Filipino entrepreneurs.

person Ralph Fajardo Aug 4, 2026 schedule 4 min read

Payment

Visa officially brings Apple Pay to the Philippines, expanding contactless payments for cardholders

Apple Pay officially launches in the Philippines, enabling eligible Visa cardholders to make secure, contactless payments using Apple devices nationwide.

person Leira Mananzan Aug 4, 2026 schedule 5 min read

Crypto

Philippine peso stablecoin PHPC exits BSP sandbox

Coins.ph's PHPC exits the BSP regulatory sandbox, paving the way for broader adoption in payments, remittances, and programmable digital finance.

person Edielyn Mangol Aug 4, 2026 schedule 3 min read

Banking and Finance

Metrobank posts ₱24.9B first-half profit as loan growth offsets tougher operating environment

Metrobank posted ₱24.9 billion in first-half 2026 earnings, driven by steady loan growth, resilient core banking operations, and disciplined risk management.

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RCBC Extends ₱1 LRT-2 Fare Promo Until August 31

Aug 4, 2026

Blogs

Kyoo, the hospital queueing system that makes visits easier — but only if no one gets left behind

Aug 4, 2026

News

RCBC ATM Go expands to 154 Raquel Pawnshop branches

Aug 4, 2026

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Banking and Finance

SB Finance expands Patient Access Program to 66 hospitals, giving Filipinos another way to finance medical care

Aug 4, 2026

Blogs

How AI is changing credit scores for Filipinos without credit cards

Aug 3, 2026

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Don’t get an SSS salary loan before you read this updated 2026 guide and application steps

By Edielyn Mangol, Reporter When financial emergencies happen, many Filipinos turn to government loan programs for relief. The Social Security System (SSS) salary loan remains one of the most trusted options for workers, thanks to its low interest rate and…

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