CIMB Bank PH upholds financial inclusion mission through MSME webinar and community outreach

CIMB Bank Philippines reaffirmed its commitment to financial inclusion and social empowerment through a day-long initiative combining financial education and grassroots community support, underscoring the Bank’s belief that access to knowledge and resources is key to long-term economic resilience.

On the morning of December 10, 2025, CIMB Bank PH hosted an online financial literacy webinar attended by micro, small, and medium enterprise owners (MSMEs) from across the country. Dubbed From Puhunan To Profit, the session was co-facilitated by Empower and Transform, an organization dedicated to providing financial education to Filipinos from all walks of life. Salve Ibañez, a veteran finance journalist and registered financial planner (RFP), led the interactive forum and shared practical insights on managing cash flow, building financial discipline, and making informed financial decisions.

MSMEs such as sari-sari store owners, small eatery operators, and online sellers are one of the most underserved sectors in the Philippines, even as they account for the majority of businesses in the country. Many continue to face limited access to financial tools, education, and formal banking services – issues that CIMB Bank PH is committed to help eradicate.

On the same afternoon, CIMB Bank PH extended its advocacy beyond the digital space through a community gathering with residents of Barangay Pinagsama, Taguig, in partnership with Gawad Kalinga Taguig (GK Taguig). The activity supported 50 senior citizens and micro business owners under the care of the non-profit organization, combining material assistance with meaningful social engagement.

The community received in-kind donations to help address their immediate needs, alongside a cash donation of PHP 100,000 to support GK Taguig’s programs and initiatives for the elderly and the youth.