Metrobank allocates P5 billion for 2025 capex

MANILA, Philippines — Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) will allocate up to P5 billion for capital expenditure this year, with 70 percent of the budget dedicated to information technology enhancements.

The bank’s commitment to digital transformation underscores its focus on improving operational efficiency and customer experience in an increasingly digital financial landscape.

“For the year 2025, the bank estimates to incur capital expenditures of about P3 billion to P5 billion, of which 70 percent is estimated to be incurred for information technology,” Metrobank said in its information statement for its upcoming annual stockholders’ meeting.

Recognizing the evolving digital and regulatory landscape, Metrobank said it would make substantial investments in IT to enhance security, optimize processes and strengthen risk management.

The investment aligns with the bank’s broader strategy to maintain competitiveness and strengthen its technological infrastructure.

As the second largest private bank in the country, Metrobank said it would continue to work toward enabling both corporate and individual clients to achieve their business objectives and maximize their potential this year.

The bank’s key strategies for 2025 are anchored on enhancing customer experience, expanding digital banking solutions, improving operational efficiency, strengthening corporate governance and risk management as well as investing in people development.

“The bank intends to further expand its market share by evolving its organization to be customer-obsessed, agile and innovative,” it said.

“Metrobank will introduce new products and services to cater to new and existing customers as well as tap select emerging markets through new distribution channels, marketing campaigns and strategic partnerships,” it said.

As the financial industry shifts to digital banking, Metrobank remains committed to migrating relevant branch services to digital channels and improving key customer journeys.

Additionally, the bank is investing in employee development, equipping its workforce with the necessary training and skills to drive innovation and exceed customer expectations.

Metrobank is set to hold its annual stockholders’ meeting on April 23, where shareholders will discuss and approve key corporate decisions, including the ratification of corporate acts and the election of directors for the 2025-2026 term.

The meeting will also provide an opportunity for stakeholders to gain insights into the bank’s strategic priorities for the year ahead.