Metrobank 64th Milestone Growth Philippines

Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) marks its 64th anniversary this September, reaffirming its commitment to using its financial strength to support Filipinos and businesses as they navigate evolving needs, opportunities, and economic conditions.

Since opening its first branch in Binondo in 1962, Metrobank has remained focused on building a bank that responds to the changing needs of the people and businesses it serves. Over the decades, the Bank has continued to expand its capabilities as the way Filipinos save, spend, invest, build businesses, and plan for the future evolves.

“Over the past 64 years, we have seen our customers navigate many periods of change and uncertainty. Today is no different. There are challenges ahead that we have to be prepared for, but Metrobank enters this environment with discipline, well-supported by our capital, liquidity, and risk buffers to help us navigate uncertainty and continue supporting our customers,” said Metrobank President Fabian Dee.

“Our financial strength allows us to continue lending, investing in our capabilities and supporting our customers through different market conditions. Ultimately, we believe a bank becomes stronger when the people and businesses it serves become stronger, too,” he added.

Strong and Ready for What Comes Next

Metrobank enters its 64th year with a strong balance sheet. In the first half of 2026, the Bank posted PHP 24.9 billion in net income and PHP 3.9 trillion in consolidated assets, while maintaining healthy capital and asset quality that provide buffers against potential risks and room to support further growth.

The Asian Banker has also named Metrobank the Strongest Bank in the Philippines for five consecutive years since 2021 and recognized the Bank as the Best Managed Bank for 2025.

This financial strength enables Metrobank to continue extending credit to businesses, financing important milestones for customers, safeguarding deposits, and investing in technology, security, and its people.

As the financial landscape continues to evolve, Metrobank is likewise expanding the ways Filipinos can manage and grow their money. The Bank has developed digital capabilities that allow customers to open an eSavings account and access Online Time Deposit, UITFs, and government securities through Metrobank’s digital channels.

Metrobank has also strengthened its focus on financial education and security. Through its Earnest financial mindfulness advocacy and Moneygurado docuseries, the Bank helps Filipinos make more informed decisions on saving, investing, debt management, and financial security. At the same time, it continues to introduce safeguards designed to give customers greater protection and control over their accounts.

For businesses, Metrobank provides financing, cash management, investment solutions, and market insights to help companies manage their day-to-day requirements while pursuing opportunities for growth.

Growing Stronger Together

Metrobank’s commitment goes beyond its banking services and extends to the communities it serves.

Through the Metrobank Foundation, the Bank supports initiatives in education, health, livelihood, the arts, and community development. Its Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipinos program recognizes teachers, policemen, and soldiers whose work contributes to stronger communities and institutions.

The Metrobank Foundation and GT Foundation also support organizations addressing key societal challenges in education, health, livelihood, and community development through the George S.K. Ty Grants Program.

Meanwhile, the Metrobank Art & Design Excellence program continues to support the next generation of Filipino artists and creatives. Through the program, emerging talent in the visual arts and design has been recognized and nurtured, providing young Filipino creatives with a platform to develop their craft and contribute to the country’s vibrant creative community.

Together, these efforts reflect Metrobank’s broader view of growth—one that encompasses not only the progress of the Bank, but also the advancement of its customers, businesses, and communities.

The Bank has grown by staying close to its customers and understanding where they want to go. As their ambitions and financial needs continue to evolve, Metrobank has remained ready to evolve alongside them.

That is the partnership Metrobank seeks to continue building: one where the Bank’s strength enables it to support the growth of its customers, and where their progress, in turn, contributes to the Bank’s continued growth.

This is how Metrobank intends to keep earning the trust of the Filipinos and businesses it serves—and continue keeping them in good hands.