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China Bank

China Bank is a major Philippine thrift bank that has been expanding its operations, including opening new branches in Visayas and Mindanao. It has experienced significant growth in its loan portfolio and aims to double its profits within five years. The bank is also involved in the issuance of the new EMV-enabled MySSS card in partnership with the SSS.

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Tue, December 9, 2025 at 12:00 AM

PICPA names SMIC Chairman Emeritus Jose Sio honorary life member

SM Investments Corp. (SMIC) Chairman Emeritus Jose T. Sio has been named an honorary life member by the Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA).

Wed, November 12, 2025 at 1:17 PM

SM Investments reports 6% income growth to P64.4 billion in first nine months of 2025

SM Investments Corporation (SMIC) reported a net income of P64.4 billion for the first three quarters of 2025, a 6 percent increase from the same period last year.

Wed, October 1, 2025 at 2:05 PM

SSS launches new EMV MySSS card for loans and ID

The Social Security System (SSS) has introduced a new EMV-enabled MySSS card that functions as a debit card for loan disbursement and a valid ID.

Mon, September 15, 2025 at 9:00 PM

COL Financial suggests buying banking and property stocks amid slower corporate earnings

COL Financial advises investors to buy banking and property stocks on dips, as these sectors defied generally disappointing corporate earnings in the second quarter.

Thu, September 11, 2025 at 2:21 PM

Ayala Corp ranks 210th globally, leads PH firms for 3rd year

Ayala Corporation ranked 210th globally, leading all Philippine companies for the third consecutive year in TIME and Statista's World's Best Companies 2025 list.

Thu, September 11, 2025 at 11:20 AM

SM Investments Corp. named among World's Best Companies for second straight year

SM Investments Corporation (SMIC), the parent company of the SM group, has been recognized for the second consecutive year in TIME's World's Best Companies list for 2025.

Sat, June 21, 2025 at 5:24 PM

China Bank Savings to open 5 new branches in Vis-Min

China Bank Savings (CBS) is set to open five new branches in Visayas and Mindanao in the third or early fourth quarter of this year, spurred by a significant increase in its loan portfolio.

Wed, May 7, 2025 at 12:33 PM

SMIC posts 9% net income growth in Q1 2025

SM Investments Corp. (SMIC) reported a 9% increase in its net income, reaching P20.1 billion in the first quarter of 2025, driven by strong consumer confidence and decelerating inflation.

Fri, March 7, 2025 at 12:00 AM

Chinabank and Manulife renew bancassurance partnership

China Banking Corp. (Chinabank) and Manulife Philippines have renewed their 15-year bancassurance partnership through their joint venture, Manulife China Bank Life Assurance Corp. (MCBL).

Wed, February 12, 2025 at 5:14 PM

Bloomberry refinances P40B loan, expects P900M annual savings

Bloomberry Resorts Corp. has refinanced a P40 billion loan, originally obtained in 2019 to fund the construction of Solaire Resort North, with a syndicated facility from major Philippine banks.