For over sixty years, Metrobank has been a fixture in the financial journey of Filipino families, entrepreneurs, and institutions. It has been a partner in milestones, protector of hard-earned savings, and enabler of dreams. Today, this legacy of trust continues to shine as the bank receives the title of being the Strongest Bank in the Philippines for 2025 by The Asian Banker, its fifth consecutive year receiving the distinction.

But beyond the recognition and the numbers lies the heart of the story: Metrobank’s strength comes from people—the customers who trust the bank, and the Metrobankers who bring this promise to life.

A bank’s strength goes beyond balance sheets, liquidity ratios, or capital buffers. While these matter greatly, the true measure of resilience is the level of trust a bank earns from the people it serves.

Metrobank’s promise has always been to keep its customers in good hands. That promise has translated into generations of Filipinos choosing Metrobank for their daily banking, business expansion, investments, and life goals. In turn, their continued confidence has strengthened the bank through decades of economic shifts, market volatility, and crises.

The Strongest Bank award affirms this relationship. It is not just a recognition of financial performance—it is a reflection of the trust that millions of Filipinos place in Metrobank, and the confidence with which they look to the bank as a steady partner for their growth.

Every customer interaction—from helping a young couple secure their first home, to funding a small business expansion, to supporting large corporations that drive national development— adds to Metrobank’s strength as an institution.

These stories are not mere anecdotes. They are powerful proof points of the bank’s reliability.

A retiree entrusting her life savings to Metrobank. An overseas Filipino sending money home through the bank’s secure channels. A growing enterprise depending on Metrobank for working capital. A community benefitting from a Metrobank-supported infrastructure project.

Each one represents a life touched and a future made more secure. And together, these real stories tell the bigger narrative: Metrobank’s strength is built—not declared—by the people it serves every day.

Behind Metrobank’s stability and growth is a workforce of over 16,000 dedicated individuals whose mission is unified and clear: help customers grow, help each other grow, and help the institution grow.

From relationship managers serving corporate clients, to tellers supporting branch operations, to risk and compliance teams ensuring safety, to digital teams building secure and user-friendly platforms—Metrobankers represent the human backbone of the bank.

Their discipline, skill, integrity, and passion for service ensure that Metrobank’s promise is consistently delivered across all touchpoints. Every award the bank earns, every milestone it reaches, and every customer it retains is a reflection of their collective commitment.

In today’s environment– where rising costs, shifting markets, and global uncertainties influence daily decisions– financial stability has become essential. For households, entrepreneurs, and large enterprises alike, having a strong bank is no longer optional, it is a strategic necessity.

Strong banks keep credit accessible when liquidity tightens. They protect deposits and ensure uninterrupted access to financial services during volatile periods. They absorb external shocks with discipline, preserving confidence when it is most needed. In moments when uncertainty tests resilience, bank strength becomes the backbone that allows economic activity to continue.

Metrobank’s recognition as the Strongest Bank in the Philippines for five consecutive years carries deeper significance in this context. It signals stability that Filipinos can rely on, especially when continuity and confidence matter most.

This stability is reflected in the bank’s performance. As of end-September 2025, Metrobank reported P37.3 billion in net earnings, driven by solid loan growth, improving margins, strong trading income, and effective cost management. Pre-provision operating profit reached P59.2 billion, up 12.1 percent year-on-year. Total consolidated assets grew to P3.6 trillion, reinforcing Metrobank’s position as the country’s second largest private universal bank, while total equity rose to P407.6 billion.

Beyond financial performance, Metrobank continues to serve a larger purpose. With more than 950 branches nationwide, over 2,300 ATMs, and a growing international presence, the bank remains committed to expanding access to financial services. Investments in technology as well as security continue to strengthen customer experience and operational resilience, while sustainable financing and inclusive banking initiatives support national development.

For Filipinos, choosing a strong bank means peace of mind. Knowing that savings are protected, opportunities remain within reach, and long-term plans can move forward with confidence. Metrobank’s five-year recognition as the Strongest Bank in the Philippines is more than an award. It is a testament to the trust of its customers, the dedication of its people, and the role of strong institutions in a resilient economy.

Strengthened by people, Metrobank continues to strengthen people in return, keeping Filipinos in good hands today and for generations to come.