Metrobank Trust Banking Group

Metrobank’s Trust Banking Group has been awarded with two major distinctions at the Citywire ASEAN Awards 2025, winning Best CIO Office and Best Investment Services in the Philippines. These achievements reflect Metrobank’s strength and dedication in providing clients the most relevant insights and investment management services in different market conditions. 

The Best CIO Office Award affirms the excellence of Metrobank’s Trust Banking Group’s Investment Management Team. It recognizes their expertise in research, portfolio management, and providing actionable insights to clients. The team’s innovative investment process, exceptional performance, and unwavering commitment to excellence enabled them to win this prestigious recognition. 

On the other hand, the Best Investment Services Award highlights its superiority in investment-related services, such as portfolio advisory, asset allocation, product solutions, and client support in wealth management or banking. It underscores the efforts of the team in enhancing its Unit Investment Trust Fund (UITF) product suite and expanding distribution channels, ensuring that clients have access to a wide range of investment solutions that are tailored to their goals. 

“For over 63 years, we have always been committed to growing with our clients. These recognitions affirm the strength of the investment strategies and level of service we provide to our clients as they entrust their hard-earned money with us,” said Angelica Reyes, Metrobank Trust Banking Group Head. 

“It also reflects our commitment to enable our clients to reach well-informed financial decisions, whether for building wealth, protecting assets, or preparing for the future,” Reyes added. “We will continue to enhance our investment offerings and strengthen our portfolio management strategies so our clients can always be sure that they are in good hands.” 

The annual Citywire ASEAN Awards celebrate the region’s top private banks, brokerages, and wealth and asset managers. Organized by Citywire, a global financial media group, the awards highlight organizations that shape the financial landscape who deliver innovative solutions and exceptional value to clients across Southeast Asia. 

This year, 14 of the region’s leading financial institutions from Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines were nominated across multiple categories. Winners were determined through Citywire’s rigorous evaluation process, with input from an expert judging panel led by Citywire Asia Editor Priyanka Boghani, alongside collected perspectives from industry peers for each category.