State-run Social Security System (SSS) is encouraging overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Singapore to avail of the Voluntary Provident Fund Program or the Worker’s Investment and Savings Program (WISP) Plus. During the First SSS Kapihan sa Singapore, SSS President and Chief Executive Officer...
Security Bank Corporation and Helios, the country's pioneering climate fintech firm behind the innovative solar mortgage program, have joined hands to include solar panels in housing loans. “By leveraging each other’s strengths, we aim to position our solar mortgage offering not merely as an...
TORONTO – Heeding key lessons learned from various energy markets, the Department of Energy (DOE) is keen on pushing for ‘premium incentives’ so the government could eventually entice investment-dollars for the country’s nuclear ambitions as reinforcement in the future energy mix. Energy...
Mountain climbing enthusiast and Security Bank client, John Paul Narisma, waves the Philippine flag proudly at the Base Camp of Mount Everest on October 9, 2023. Nothing beats the adrenaline rush of conquering an extraordinary feat. For mountaineering enthusiast John Paul Narisma, the trek to the...
The Social Security System (SSS) reported an increase in cash benefits for elderly members who could no longer work that benefited over two million Filipinos. The SSS said on Friday, Mar. 8, that the pension fund released around P157 billion in retirement benefits to 2.2 million members from...
For those with overdue Social Security System (SSS) loans, now is the time to settle them and clear their financial obligations. On Wednesday, March 6, the SSS said there is an ongoing loan condonation program aimed at waiving penalties accrued by borrowers with outstanding salary, calamity,...
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Thursday, Feb. 29, promised to work on a renewed strategic partnership with the Philippines that centers on maritime security and promoting respect for international law. (From left) President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. and Australian...
Security Bank Corporation reported a 13.74 percent drop in net income to P9.1 billion last year from the P10.55 billion earned in 2022 mainly due to higher expenses and provisions for credit card losses. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE), the bank said its total revenues...
The Social Security System (SSS) announced its net income in 2023 exceeded by 62.8 percent its target of P51.06 billion to P83.13 billion as it recorded higher revenues than its expenses. Based on its 2023 unaudited financial statement, SSS' net income of P83.13 billion in 2023 surpassed the P52.60...
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. (right) meets Vietnamese Ambassador Lai Thai Binh at Camp Aguinaldo in Quezon City on February 23, 2024. (Photo by DND) The Philippines is looking to collaborate with Vietnam and United Kingdom to further boost the country's defense and security, the...
The Social Security System (SSS) posted a record profit of P83.13 billion last year, propelled by robust revenues resulting from the increase in the contribution rate. The private sector employees' pension fund surpassed its 2023 net income target of P51.06 billion by 62.8 percent as well as...
The government sets its eye on expediting more energy-related investments to attain low electricity prices, the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) said. NEDA Secretary Arsenio M. Balisacan reiterated their commitment to address issues in the energy sector, including the...
