Facade shot of the DOF office, which issued a clarificatory statement about RA 12214 (CMEPA)

calendar_today July 18, 2025 schedule 5 min read

DOF busts myths on 20% tax under RA 12214: “New law targets interest income, not savings”

by Leira Mananzan, Reporter RA 12214, officially known as the Capital Markets Efficiency Promotion Act (CMEPA), is now in effect as…

Sen. Ralph Recto in a Senate hearing to discuss "savings tax"

calendar_today July 17, 2025 schedule 6 min read

RA 12214 savings tax: What Filipinos need to know about the “new” 20% tax on deposits

by Leira Mananzan, Reporter A sweeping new law is poised to reshape the Philippine financial landscape — and the way…

Pia Arellano, president of CIBI, while receiving a plaque during the ABF Fintech Awards 2025 after the company was recognized for advancing financial inclusion

calendar_today July 10, 2025 schedule 4 min read

CIBI Information Inc. recognized for advancing financial inclusion at ABF Fintech Awards 2025

CIBI Information Inc. (CIBI), the Philippines’ pioneering local credit bureau, has received top honors at the 2025 Asian Banking and…

Image of a man touching a screen to illustrate the rise of embedded finance in PH e-commerce and retail

calendar_today July 8, 2025 schedule 4 min read

Invisible banking: The rise of embedded finance in PH e-commerce and retail

by Edielyn Mae Mangol, Reporter The Philippines is witnessing a transformative shift in how financial services are delivered and consumed,…

Reggie Cariaso, President and Chief Executive Officer of RCBC

calendar_today July 4, 2025 schedule 4 min read

Reggie Cariaso takes the helm at RCBC, to usher in a new wave of digital leadership

by Alexis Tuble, Correspondent Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) begins a new era in leadership and innovation as Reginaldo “Reggie”…

Members and officers of the Chamber of Thrift Banks (CTB)

calendar_today July 3, 2025 schedule 3 min read

Philippine thrift banks thriving, fueling economic growth with robust performance

Philippine thrift banks posted strong 2024 growth, with assets rising 6% to PHP1.1 trillion, reinforcing their expanding role in the…

FMIC exec talks about Metrobank and First Metro helping build capital opportunities for their clients

calendar_today July 2, 2025 schedule 5 min read

Capital unleashed: Metrobank and First Metro forge new opportunities, build client legacy and value

For decades, Philippine entrepreneurs and family-owned businesses have embraced steady, cautious growth, often prioritizing capital reinvestment and internal leadership. But…

A girl putting coins in a jar as part of her financial journey goals

calendar_today July 1, 2025 schedule 4 min read

The big shift: How ‘Savings Consciousness Week’ is championing 1 crucial habit for every Filipino

by Alexis Tuble, Correspondent The nation is once again focusing on a crucial aspect of its economic future as Savings…

BPI exec smiling, as the bank ignites a brighter future with P40-B SINAG bonds: A new dawn for green and social impact

calendar_today June 23, 2025 schedule 4 min read

BPI ignites a brighter future with ₱40-B SINAG bonds: A new dawn for green and social impact

In a bold move signaling a powerful commitment to a sustainable and inclusive future, the Bank of the Philippine Islands…

calendar_today June 17, 2025 schedule 4 min read

Salmon Group lands monumental US$88M boost to ignite Philippine financial inclusion

Strategic funding to Salmon Group led by Spice Expeditions fuels ambitious expansion, underscoring investor confidence in PH growth story. In…

Poster for PSBank's Flexi Personal Loan, which helps you bounce back when life happens

calendar_today June 12, 2025 schedule 4 min read

When life happens, PSBank Flexi Personal Loan helps you bounce back swiftly

Adulting is hard. Finding extra cash when life happens? That used to be harder — until now. With PSBank’s Flexi Personal…

Digital banks association express support for Henry Aguda as new DICT Chief

calendar_today June 11, 2025 schedule 4 min read

Digital banks release statement expressing full support for new DICT chief Henry Aguda

The Digital Bank Association of the Philippines (DIBA PH) has formally expressed its full support for Secretary Henry Rhoel R. Aguda, the newly…

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