New EastWest Ageas Report Reveals Filipinos Need More Options For Their Financial Future

A new EastWest Ageas report reveals that 9 out of 10 Filipinos prioritize securing their families’ future, no matter what. However, mounting economic pressures often force them to prioritize household expenses over preparing for their long-term goals.

The fast-rising insurance company discussed the new PURPLE Report 2026 during a recent media meet last September 29, featuring insights from EastWest Ageas and EastWest Bank top executives and Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Deputy Governor Bernadette Romulo-Yap on how Filipinos can broaden their financial planning options.

Palawan ProtekTODO Unveils Affordable Insurance Tailored for Everyday Heroes

Palawan ProtekTODO, the microinsurance arm of the trusted Palawan Group of Companies, is advancing financial protection with the launch of new insurance products designed for everyday heroes—household helpers, drivers, guards, teachers, and farmers. These new offerings aim to safeguard the lives and livelihoods of hardworking Filipinos, making protection more accessible and affordable than ever.

The new Palawan ProtekTODO insurance plans are specifically designed to meet the unique needs of said essential workers. Thoughtfully curated, these plans provide comprehensive coverage, including accidental medical reimbursement, annual health check-ups, accidental death and disablement, and more—all offered at affordable rates designed specifically for the budgets of everyday Filipinos. By providing accessible and practical protection, Palawan ProtekTODO ensures that household helpers, drivers, security guards, teachers, and farmers can have peace of mind knowing their well-being and livelihoods are safeguarded. 

Manulife Philippines Marks 118 Years with a Focus on Health, Financial Protection, and Community Investment

Kicking off its 118th year in the country, Manulife Philippines, the local arm of the leading international financial services provider Manulife, has reaffirmed its commitment to adapting to rapidly changing needs of its growing customer base.

Manulife Philippines is ushering in its 118th year with important milestones anchored in its continued focus on driving customer satisfaction. It recently captured the top spot among Philippine life insurance companies in customer recommendation, based on the Net Promoter Score (NPS) survey conducted in the Philippines by the global market research firm IPSOS in 2024. Additionally, over the last five years, the company has also paid claims amounting to PHP 12.9 billion, standing by its promise to be with customers as their trusted financial partner for its customers.

“Customers in the Philippines are becoming more proactive in planning their financial protection against any uncertainties. They seek products and services that enable them and their families to live better lives, and we take pride in partnering with them to get closer to this goal. As we aim to the #1 choice for our customers, we are deeply committed to providing them with better innovative solutions on all fronts,” said Rahul Hora, President and Chief Executive Officer, Manulife Philippines. 

Manulife and MCBL Receive Golden Arrow Awards for Corporate Governance

Manulife Philippines and Manulife China Bank Life Assurance Corporation (MCBL) recently won two Golden Arrow Awards for exemplary performance in corporate governance. The awards were given by the Institute of Corporate Directors at their Global Governance Summit held on September 19, 2024.

The Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) recognizes publicly listed corporations that have exhibited observable conformance with the Philippine Code of Corporate Governance and internationally recommended corporate governance practices promoted by the ASEAN Corporate Governance Scorecard (ACGS) and Corporate Governance Scorecard (CGS). The ACGS and CGS measure fair stakeholder treatment, accountability and transparency, and board effectiveness on the strategic management of a company, based on publicly available disclosures.

Aspiring for Better: Stories of Courage, Hope, and Financial Resilience

Manulife Philippines’ latest brand campaign tells the inspiring journeys of six customers, including brand ambassador and long-time policyholder, Anne Curtis. 

Manulife Philippines proudly presents  “Manulife Stories,” a video series that celebrates the achievements of realized dreams and the challenges overcome to reach them. This campaign reinforces Manulife’s new brand strategy and global tagline, “Where will better take you.”

In this three-episode series, Manulife customers Peach Abella, Mark David, KL Fernando, Marielle Malaga, Yvonne Reyes, and Manulife brand ambassador and policyholder Anne Curtis share their personal stories of resilience and how investing in themselves paid off over time. 

From struggles to triumph: Lives transformed as a financial advisor

Remarkable career journeys from humble beginnings 

Many aspire to find a career that ensures financial stability while economically empowering others, but feel held back by humble backgrounds or previous struggles with money. 

However, Manulife financial advisors have realized that poverty is not a barrier to achieving the life you’ve always wanted. If you dream big and succeed, and you connect more deeply with people, the right opportunities will come along. Arlene Genove, a municipal councilor, Shirly Termulo, a former Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW), and Richard Dimaculangan, a former contractual hardware salesman, prove that your past does not limit your future. To improve their station in life, sheer willpower, passion, and hard work fueled them, and being a financial advisor is a transformational step to the right direction. 

From barangay to the world

With a monthly honorarium of ₱6,000 as a barangay councilor in Quezon Province back in 2010, Genove tried to make ends meet so she can provide for her family’s needs. At the time, she was forced to take on side hustles such as online selling to supplement her income. “My family was poor, and I really dreamed of a more comfortable life. However, it was not easy. No matter what I did, it seemed to be never enough.”

Cebuana Lhuillier Insurance Broker’s Jean Henri Lhuillier: The Man Whose Mission is Financial Inclusion

The successful growth of Cebuana Lhuillier Insurance Brokers (CLIB) from a longtime microinsurance agent into an insurance brokerage signaled a wave of positive change in the Philippines’ insurance industry.

No longer an insurance agent but a future-ready insurance broker, CLIB is offering Filipinos better access to a wider assortment of insurance products by partnering with an extensive selection of insurance providers across the country. Using both traditional and digital marketing platforms, CLIB actively promotes and provides not only Cebuana Lhuillier’s proprietary portfolio of longstanding and latest personal, health, property, group, loan, business, and liability insurance creations, but practically every insurance product available in the market.

CLIB: Making Insurance Affordable and Accessible

To date, CLIB has insured more than 8 million Filipinos and has made its insurance products accessible through more than 3,000 Cebuana Lhuillier branches, over 6,500 domestic partner outlets, and Cebuana Lhuillier’s mall-based insurance offices; Cebuana Lhuillier Financial. To ease the process of procuring insurance, CLIB also has ProtectNow, an online insurance marketplace where one can browse and choose the insurance they want or need.

Give Yourself Financial Wellness Gift With Singlife Philippines!

This holiday season, we are most likely to receive more than the usual in terms of gifts and finances, which many of us would spend it already but what if we could use this as an investment for the future?

This festive season, Singlife Philippines is thrilled to offer Filipinos the ultimate Christmas gift: The Gift of Financial Wellness.

"In the Philippines, Christmas is a celebration that touches our hearts deeply. Gift- giving here transcends mere tradition—it's a heartfelt expression of gratitude towards our families, friends, employees, and clients. This year, Singlife is revolutionizing this tradition with a gift like no other: the promise of financial wellness. It's more than just a present; it's a commitment to nurturing and protecting your financial future—a gift that continues to give, long into the future," said Sherie Ng, Co-founder & Executive Director, Singlife Philippines.

Reaching your financial goals fuss-free is now possible with Singlife’s new and innovative products

Investment with insurance coverage is now within reach for every Juan and Maria in just a few taps in GCash

Singlife Philippines launched two more innovative products on GCash: Cash for Goals and Ready, Set, Grow. Both products are designed to make investing as simple, convenient, and flexible as possible—so anyone can start using it to achieve their financial goals. And because Singlife is digital only, therefore giving the customer direct control, all of the money is invested ensuring maximizing the return on investment.  

Here Are 5 Worry-Free Travel Tips This Holy Week

Travel will be at its height on Holy Week as Filipinos are very eager to get out and experience the world again. Many will be traveling by air, but there are also those who prefer to go on a long drive instead. 

Whether it’s the cold breeze of Baguio and Tagaytay, the sun, sea and sand of Zambales, Bataan, La Union, Batangas among others, or the spiritual spectacle and food trip in Pampanga, Pioneer Insurance is sharing top 5 tips to help you make the most out of your road trip.

Keep your vehicle in good condition.

Nothing is more inconvenient than having your vehicle break down in the middle of your trip. Such incident can ruin the mood and take away the fun from your plans. Len Pozon, Marketing Head of the Pioneer Insurance Group of Companies, advises motorists to ensure their vehicles are tuned-up and ready for the long drive. 

GCash gives away free health insurance to over 20 million Filipinos

With the financial impact the COVID-19 pandemic had brought upon the country, digital financial service provider GCash has reported a massive increased interest in financial security among Filipinos. And to help everyone get on top of these new needs, GCash, together with mobile-first life insurer Singlife Philippines, are giving away free health insurance through GInsure to over 20 million eligible Filipinos for free.

With GInsure Cash for Dengue Costs with Free COVID-19 Coverage (CFDC) powered by Singlife, Filipinos can get cash allowance for tests and hospitalization costs related to COVID-19 and Dengue. The ongoing promo will give 3 free months of coverage to eligible TM, Globe Prepaid, Globe Postpaid, and Globe at Home Broadband subscribers.

Get Insured Safely And Quickly With AIA PHILAM LIFE's "Coffee Closing"

With so many things affecting all of us today, people have become more cautious and have considered additional measures to keep them protected. We have invested now in alcohol, soap, vitamins, face masks and shields to keep us protected physically during this pandemic. We equip our homes with things to secure our home against fire, theft, and other security risks. And there is also the need for life insurance to complete the protection coverage for individuals and families.

However many still find the process of acquiring life plans to be tedious, and time-consuming. Plus that in these times of the pandemic, people are anxious to go out especially when transacting with many people.  Fortunately, AIA Philam Life found a new way of makin these processes much faster and safer.

With the usual process taking days or more for applications, they found a new way to make it more efficient using the existing technology that we have to talk to clients, process documents, and eventually get approved under the same time it takes to buy coffee and finish it before it gets cold—all within the comforts of their own home.

Rest Assured Amid The Pandemic

It has been a wild start of the year 2020 for all of us. There were a lot of threats such as wildfires, natural calamities, and now a huge pandemic that we have not experienced in a hundred years. Most of us have been quarantined for a weeks and have adapted to many changes in life, while there are also frontliners who continue to provide what we need to ensure we stay at home and hopefully stop the spread of the virus.

As we have to embrace this temporary lifestyle of being in our homes, we tend to discover new things that we can actually do despite being indoors all the time. There are some businesses that let their employees work from home and still remain productive and keep the economy afloat, however there are also some things that we could not do since many offices and services have been closed.

Why Wait? You "KanDuu" It Now!

FWD Philippines gives you the confidence so you “KanDuu ” all the things you want to do, now imagine all the things you can do when you ’re confident and secured enough to accomplish them. 

1. Jump off a plane and freefall, the wind on your face, your mind wide open. 

2. Open your first solo exhibit or publish your first book. 

3. Train, join, and finish a local triathlon or a marathon. 

4. Nibble on freshly baked French macaroons you made yourself in a baking class in Paris. 

5. Trek through the magnificent forests and high alpine meadows of Nepal, solo! 

6. Quit your desk job to go freelance, full-time. 

7. Explore the dive bars and architectural relics of Shinjuku ’s Golden Gai. 

8. Turn your little passion project into an online startup. 

9. Live in a far-flung community to film your first documentary. 

10. Go wreck diving in the Coron. 

They say you can do anything you set your mind to. And setting goals for yourself seems so fairly simple. You think it. You write it down. You affirm it, And you do it. But it ’s not always as easy as that, is it? Whether new to adulting or “adulting for a while now ”, people have responsibilities—bills to pay, work to deliver, a family to take care of, a future to secure —that often stop them from doing all the things they are passionate about. But who ever said you can ’t have it all? 

When you want something so much, you have to be willing to do what it takes to make it happen including, and most importantly, financial planning. Saving up enough funds for a dream trip or to start a passion project is one thing. Securing yourself and those you love so you can go for it without a single worry is another. 

Giving Filipinos the confidence to live life to the fullest, FWD Life Philippines (FWD PH), part of pan-Asian insurer FWD Group, recently launched KanDuu, a set of insurance products that covers you from death, critical illness, or accidents so you "Can Do" and pursue all the things you love. 

Go ahead and do it! 

Whether you ’re an avid traveler, a fitness buff, or a lover of life, there ’s a variant that ’ll suit you —KanMend, KanLive, and KanGuard. And did we mention that aside from securing you and your family, each comes with really awesome rewards? 

Designed with wellness warriors and health buffs  in mind, KanMend gives you a cash benefit of  Php100,000 once you get diagnosed with any of  the 42 covered critical illnesses. Its welcome reward: Six months ’ unlimited access to KonsultaMD ’s 24/7 telemedicine service. No need to leave the house to consult with licensed Filipino doctors. All you need is to call. 

KanLive has a cash benefit of Php200,000, in case  of death and this reward: One-year unlimited  medical consultations at any Aventus Medical clinics, nationwide. 

Love to travel? Have a thirst for adventure? Want to live life on the edge? KanGuard gives a Php500,000 cash benefit in case of accidental death or disability due  to terror attacks, anywhere in the world. Its reward? One-year global emergency services by Assist America for travels. 

Insurance marketplace 

Who knew you ’d someday shop for insurance online the way you ’d shop for gadgets or limited edition bike parts? Who knew getting insured is as fast as picking that shade of red lipstick you don ’t already have? True to its vision to change the way people feel about insurance, FWD has now made insurance more accessible, affordable, and covetable to more Filipinos via shop.fwd.com.ph. 

If you ’re 18 to 50 years old, you can purchase KanDuu online for only PhP1,799/year at shop.fwd.com.ph, FWD PH ’s new online insurance marketplace. 

Just choose your variant (why not all??). Click buy. Fill out the one-page application form, pay via credit or debit card, and you ’re done. You ’re insured! Quick. Hassle-free. No medical. No paperwork. You just need a valid ID for verification. And with FWD ’s insurance app, Tapp, you can access and manage your insurance and rewards, anytime, anywhere. 

The gift that keeps on giving 

There are only a few weeks left before 2019 leaves us. How many of your goals have you achieved already? Well, there is still time to do things you set your mind to. Just don ’t get stuck on the “someday, I ’ll … ” stage. 

So this Christmas, instead of buying that new iPhone or going on a shopping binge, gift yourself the confidence to do the things you love. Because once your future and your loved ones are financially secured, there ’s no limit to the things you can do. Go on, FWD ’s got your back! Go to bit.ly/MetroManilaLovesShopFWD to purchase your KanDuu insurance now! 

Want to know more about FWD Life Philippines, part of the pan-Asian insurer FWD Group? 

Visit www.fwd.com.ph 

Financial  Security at  Your Fingertips 

FWD Philippines secures you and your family in just minutes.

In the fast-paced, technology-driven, hyperconnected world, there are countless things you can do with a tap or a click. Whether it ’s paying bills, shopping for hard-to-find items, or booking an adventure trip halfway around the world, every chore that once required stepping out of the house is now just a click away. Now, you can even secure yourself and your loved ones ’ future in the amount of time it takes you to finish singing two Christmas carols! 

Enabling more Filipinos to live life to the fullest, FWD Life Philippines (FWD PH), part of pan-Asian insurer FWD Group, recently launched its new online insurance marketplace Shop.fwd.com.ph, making insurance more accessible and affordable. You can choose from three insurance variants that only costs PhP1,799/year each. 

Insurance marketplace 

Whoever thought you ’d someday be able to shop for insurance online the way you ’d shop for gadgets or limited edition bike parts? Who knew getting insured is as fast as picking that shade of red lipstick you don ’t already have? True to its vision of changing the way people feel about insurance, FWD PH has now made insurance more accessible, affordable, and covetable to more Filipinos via Shop.fwd.com.ph. 

Just choose your variant (why not all??). Click buy. Fill out the one-page application form, pay via credit or debit card, and you ’re done. You ’re insured! Quick. Hassle-free. No medical. No paperwork. You just need a valid ID for verification. And with FWD ’s insurance app, Tapp, you can access and manage your insurance and rewards, anytime, anywhere. 

Exclusive products and rewards 

Exclusively available at Shop.fwd.com.ph, KanDuu is a set of insurance products that covers you from death, critical illness, or accidents so you "Can Do" and pursue all the things you love. And whether you ’re an avid traveler, a fitness buff, or a lover of life, there ’s a variant that ’ll suit you —KanMend, KanLive, and KanGuard. And did we mention that aside from securing you and your family, each comes with really awesome rewards? 

Designed with wellness warriors and health buffs in mind, KanMend gives you a cash benefit of Php100,000 once you get diagnosed with any of the 42 covered critical illnesses. Its welcome reward: Six months ’ unlimited access to KonsultaMD ’s 24/7 telemedicine service. No need to leave the house to consult with licensed Filipino doctors. All you need is to call. 

KanLive has a cash benefit of Php200,000, in case of death and this reward: One-year unlimited medical consultations at any Aventus Medical clinics, nationwide. 

Love to travel? Have a thirst for adventure? Want to live life on the edge? KanGuard gives a Php500,000 cash benefit in case of accidental death or disability due to terror attacks, anywhere in the world. Its reward? One-year global emergency services by Assist America for travels. 

Go ahead and do it! 

Whether you ’re an avid traveler, a fitness buff, or a lover of life, there ’s a variant that ’ll suit you —KanMend, KanLive, and KanGuard. And did we mention that aside from securing you and your family, each comes with really awesome rewards? 

Designed with wellness warriors and health buffs in mind, KanMend gives you a cash benefit of Php100,000 once you get diagnosed with any of the 42 covered critical illnesses. Its welcome reward: Six months ’ unlimited access to KonsultaMD ’s 24/7 telemedicine service. No need to leave the house to consult with licensed Filipino doctors. All you need is to call. 

KanLive has a cash benefit of Php200,000, in case of death and this reward: One-year unlimited medical consultations at any Aventus Medical clinics, nation- wide. 

Love to travel? Have a thirst for adventure? Want to live life on the edge? KanGuard gives a Php500,000 cash benefit in case of accidental death or disability due to terror attacks, anywhere in the world. Its reward? One-year global emergency services by Assist America for travels. 

Insurance marketplace 

Who knew you ’d someday shop for insurance online the way you ’d shop for gadgets or limited edition bike parts? Who knew getting insured is as fast as picking that shade of red lipstick you don ’t already have? True to its vision to change the way people feel about insurance, FWD has now made insurance more accessible, affordable, and covetable to more Filipinos via shop.fwd.com.ph. 

If you’re 18 to 50 years old, you can purchase KanDuu online for only PhP1,799/year at shop.fwd.com.ph, FWD PH ’s new online insurance marketplace. 

Just choose your variant (why not all??). Click buy. Fill out the one-page application form, pay via credit or debit card, and you ’re done. You ’re insured! Quick. Hassle-free. No medical. No paperwork. You just need a valid ID for verification. And with FWD ’s insurance app, Tapp, you can access and manage your insurance and rewards, anytime, anywhere. 

Go to bit.ly/MetroManilaLovesShopFWD to purchase your KanDuu insurance now! 

Want to know more about FWD Life Philippines, part of the pan-Asian insurer FWD Group? 

Visit www.fwd.com.ph 

Impressive Growth of 65% BY 1Cooperative Insurance System

2018 has been a great year for 1CISP (1Cooperative Insurance System of the Philippines) which has had their 45th Annual General Assembly held at Crowne Plaza with good news about their growth. This sends positive outlook for the company with further growth in the coming years.

The announcement made at the press briefing led by 1CISP president Roy S. Miclat, he revealed that 1CISP’s total assets as of end-2018 has reached P2.57 billion, an impresive 65% increase from the cooperative’s total assets of P1.55 billion in 2017.  Also joining the presentation were Brig. Gen. Teodoro P. Evangelista, Chairperson and 1CISP Directors Imelda S. Magabilen and Sec. Senen Bacani. 

Business At Risk? Have Them Protected With Malayan!

These days, setting up a business is a sound investment given the positive growth of the economy and increased consumer spending. However it still has the challenges of competition, management, and market demand. 

Getting Health Insurance Helps In Case Of Hospitalization

Accidents and sickness are things that nobody wants to have in life. However, there are sometimes that we get afflicted by these unfortunate events. We would encounter accidents on the road, at home, and even at school or office, and if needed we are sent to the hospital for proper treatment and recovery.

Though hospitals can help save lives and cure illnesses, the most painful part are the expenses during the stay which are staggeringly expensive. With fees applied to every procedure, consultation with the physicians, other tests and procedures to make sure each illness is treated correctly, it is really expensive. 

MAPFRE Insular Launches Fast and Hassle-Free Claim Insurance Process

MAPFRE Insular, a non-life insurance company, introduces the new VIP Fast Track program. The VIP Fast Track is another trailblazing innovation in the claiming process for MAPFRE Insular Comprehensive Car Insurance policyholders.

VIP Fast Track gives current and new MAPFRE Insular policyholders the opportunity to enjoy the fastest and most hassle-free claiming process by requiring only one document for submission when filing a claim.

AIG bullish on construction opportunities in the Philippines

International Insurance leader AIG is bullish on new construction opportunities as the economic boom in the Philippines triggers further expansion in the large-scale building sector.

Based on the 2014 Philippine Report, the construction sector is one of the fastest growing industries in the country, with a 32.5% growth in the first quarter of 2013 and double-digit growth in successive quarters.

AIG’s international and regional construction experts spoke to members of the local construction and insurance industry at a half day forum in Makati City to showcase the company’s full spectrum of construction industry products and services.

BPI Family Bank FREE 1-Year Comprehensive Insurance with Acts of Nature Coverage

Extending for another time to our valued clients

BPI Family Auto Loan is calling on car buyers to take advantage of the FREE 1-year comprehensive insurance with Acts of Nature Coverage before it ends on December 21, 2012. 

This promo was initially implemented from February 1 to June 1 this year, but was extended several times to cover most of 2012 because of the clamour from BPI’s clients who have earlier planned to buy their new cars this year. The promo aims to make car ownership EASY for BPI clients as the initial cash payment for buying a car (Down payment + LTO registration + chattel mortgage + comprehensive insurance) is drastically reduced with the free comprehensive insurance. The cost of a comprehensive insurance usually amounts to three percent of the market value of the car which means a savings of about PHP 30,000.00 for a car worth PHP 1, 000, 000.00.