Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co., or Metrobank, has consistently demonstrates financial strength as it brings home the 2023 Best Bank of the Year award from The Banker for the second consecutive year.

The Banker, a leading financial publication that is part of the Financial Times group, has once again recognized Metrobank's performance based on its ability to deliver returns, gain strategic advantage, and effectively serve its markets.

The publication noted that Metrobank has enjoyed its most successful year to date in 2022 — its 60th anniversary year — with all-time high earnings of P32.8 billion on the back of strong demand for retail and corporate loans, healthy fee income, subdued operating expense growth and lower provisions on stable asset quality.

Fruitful journey

"Metrobank has been in the industry for six decades and throughout our journey, we have always ensured that we are able to thrive in different market conditions. We are thankful for the Banker's recognition. It is most timely given the challenging economic prospects that the world faces today. We aim to sustain an upward momentum in our performance. Moving forward, we remain committed in keeping our stakeholders in good hands," Metrobank president Fabian Dee said.

The bank was also named as the strongest bank by The Asian Banker for the third consecutive year, which is a feat for any bank in the Philippines. Asiamoney recognized it as the "Best Domestic Bank," "Best Service for Trade Finance services," "Best Bank from the Ultra-High Net Worth" and "Best Domestic Private Bank."