Variable Unit-Linked, or VUL, insurance was introduced in the Philippines in the early 2000s, offering something new in the market. With this, people could secure life insurance protection while having the opportunity to participate in market-linked funds. Over time, this dual feature led to some...
For anyone new to the world of property, the process can feel overwhelming and a little intimidating. That’s why events like the SMDC Good Life Expo 2025 matter, they give curious visitors a chance to learn, explore, and experience real estate in a way that’s not only informative but also...
Most Filipino adults said their quality of life remained the same over the past year, based on the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey conducted from Sept. 24 to 30. The poll, which surveyed 1,800 adult Filipinos nationwide, showed 38 percent reporting no change in their quality of life, 32...
SM Development Corporation (SMDC) is set to host this year’s biggest lifestyle and property showcase, the SMDC Good Life Expo 2025, happening on November 21 to 23 at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall. Bringing together homebuyers, investors, and lifestyle enthusiasts, the three-day celebration will...
When Benedict Sison took the helm of Sun Life Philippines, he inherited more than just a business – he became the custodian of a 130-year legacy that has touched generations of Filipino families. Leading the nation 's longest-standing life insurer requires a unique blend of reverence for the...
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Thursday, October 16, announced that around 400 Alternative Learning System (ALS) learners were recognized this week after completing DepEd’s Micro-Certification Program—an initiative developed in partnership with UNICEF Philippines to validate and...
A few years ago, Patrick Jose was living the classic 9-to-5 lifestyle, like many other professionals seeking career growth. As a certified public accountant, his typical day at the office mostly revolved around analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and doing tax services. But on busier days,...
FWD Life Insurance Corp. (FWD Philippines) plans to simplify policy contracts and introduce new traditional products next year, as it looks to solidify its standing in the country’s fast-growing but still underpenetrated insurance market. “We want to make insurance easy to understand. Today,...
Nearly half of adult Filipinos expect quality of life to improve in the next 12 months, based on the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey conducted from June 25 to 29. In the survey results released on Friday, Sept. 12, 47 percent of respondents said they expect their quality of life to...
Pru Life UK, a London-based international life insurance company, offers no limit on an interest-free loan it could disburse to cover a potential shortfall in a fund collected from policyholders should benefit claims exceed the pooled money. “There’s no limit on the card. Because it’s a...
More adult Filipinos saw improvements in their quality of life over the past year, based on the results of the June 2025 Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey released on Sept. 2. The survey, conducted from June 25 to 29, found that 35 percent of respondents reported an improvement in their quality...
Sun Life of Canada (Philippines), Inc. maintained its lead in the domestic life insurance industry, posting ₱28.9 billion in premium income in the second quarter of the year. In a statement, the local unit of Sun Life of Canada, Inc. reported that premium earnings were nearly double the...
