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  According to a study published in 2005, even a PHP 10,000 medical bill is enough to indebt 64% of the Filipino families surveyed, highlighting how fragile the finances of many Pinoy households are. This data was validated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ 2025 Consumer Finance and Inclusion Survey which found that only three in 10 adults are able to withstand financial shocks.  Unexpected expenses come in many forms, such as sudden car trouble, home repair due to typhoons and other natural disasters, emergency hospitalization, and even sudden job loss. These situations can happen to anyone, regardless of age, income, or occupation. While you can’t predict life’s surprises, you can prepare ahead for them. This is where an emergency fund comes in handy. What is an emergency fund? “An emergency fund is an essential financial tool. This refers to money put aside for unexpected financial expenses or sudden income loss. It is a way to prepare for unplanned circumstances to avo...

Jollibee , the Philippines’ number one fast food chain, has made one of its most iconic menu favorites even better with the launch of the new and improved Jolly Spaghetti, now made with more of its signature sweet-sarap (deliciously sweet) sauce while remaining affordably priced at just P72. The improvement comes as Jollibee continues to refine its best-loved products based on what customers enjoy most about the brand's signature Filipino-style spaghetti. "For many Filipinos, Jolly Spaghetti isn't just another pasta dish. It's comfort food that has become part of family traditions and childhood memories," said Dorothy Ching, vice president for marketing of Jollibee Philippines . "We wanted to make that experience even better by giving customers more of the sauce they love most. We hope families enjoy it even more every time they share a meal together." The launch is supported by a video featuring the Arellano family with the campaign line "More sau...

  Left to right) CIMB Bank Philippines Head of Marketing Communications Nikki Constantino, Empower and Transform Founder Salve Iba ñez, and Promoting Awareness and Victors Empowerment Founder Phoebe Fructuoso.   Many people want to make a difference, but only a few choose to turn that desire into action. For two social advocates in the Philippines, however, helping others became more than an aspiration – it became a lifelong mission shaped by their own experiences.   Their stories were recently honored at the first-ever CIMB Advancing Societies 2026 program, an initiative that recognized individuals and organizations across Southeast Asia that are making a positive and lasting difference in their communities. CIMB believes that meaningful progress is also measured by the strength of the communities it serves, which is why these two organizations truly bring to life the Group’s commitment to Advancing Customers and Society. This year, two Pinoy organizations were ...

Jollibee the Philippines' number one fast food chain, is giving fans another reason to enjoy their favorite meals with the launch of the exclusive JolliBINI Bundles. Available for a limited time, the new promotion pairs Jollibee's best-loved menu favorites with exclusive collectibles inspired by the nation's biggest P-pop girl group, BINI. Available from July 15 to August 31, the JolliBINI Bundles let customers enjoy iconic Jollibee favorites while collecting limited-edition merchandise featuring all eight BINI members. Every bundle comes with random member collectibles, while lucky customers also have the chance to receive a rare Special Group Photocard. "At Jollibee, we always look for new ways to make every meal more joyful and memorable for our customers," said Dorothy Ching, vice president for marketing of Jollibee Philippines. "With the JolliBINI Bundles, fans can enjoy their Jollibee favorites while collecting exclusive BINI-inspired mercha...

NAGA City, Philippines– Coca-Cola Philippines, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), the City Government of Naga, and the Camarines Sur Institute of Fisheries and Marine Sciences (CASIFMAS) have formalized a partnership to deliver the Solid Waste Management Operations (SWMO) Level III Training Program in Naga City. This marks the first official rollout of the program under the expanded Trash Free Pilipinas Program (TFPP) framework.  Lead representatives Maria Christine Ponce-Garcia, Senior Director for Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability, Coca-Cola Philippines; Hon. Maria Leonor “Leni” Robredo, Mayor of Naga City; TESDA Secretary Kiko Benitez and other officials from   TESDA, Coca-Cola Philippines and City Government of Naga pose after the signing of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for the Solid Waste Management Operations (SWMO) Level III Training Program. The Memorandum of Agreement signing and Training Induction P...

  CIMB Bank Philippines continues to strengthen the security of its mobile banking app amid the rampant digital fraud concerns in the country, protecting customers’ accounts around the clock through multiple layers of security working seamlessly in the background.  According to a recent report by TransUnion, 72% of surveyed Filipino consumers were targeted by digital fraud attempts in the last five months of 2025. More than one-third also reported losing money to digital fraud from the past year, with the average reported loss amount reaching approximately PHP 50,000. Fraudsters are likewise becoming increasingly sophisticated. The Philippine National Police noted that cybercriminals continued to evolve their tactics in 2025, with job and task scams, online loan scams, and impersonation scams among the most prevalent schemes being monitored. To address the growing threat of financial scams, the Philippine government has strengthened its response through the Anti-Fi...