Metropolitan Bank & Trust Company wins top honors for 11th straight year at Philippine dealing system awards

Metropolitan Bank & Trust Company (Metrobank) once again secured top honors at the Philippine Dealing System (PDS) Annual Awards held on March 26, 2026, at the Makati Diamond Hotel, reaffirming its leadership in the financial markets.

For the 11th consecutive year, Metrobank received the prestigious Cesar E.A. Virata Award—the highest distinction granted by PDS for excellence in fixed-income securities trading. This milestone represents the longest winning streak by any bank and highlights Metrobank’s sustained strength in trading, distribution, and market-making.

“We humbly accept this recognition as a reflection of what we have built over the years. Beyond strong business performance, it speaks to the integrity, discipline, teamwork, and customer trust that guide us, as well as the collaboration across our teams—from frontliners to support functions—that make this possible,” said Jikee Reyes, Deputy Head of Metrobank’s Financial Markets Sector.

She added that the recognition is especially meaningful amid heightened market uncertainty, emphasizing the responsibility of market participants to remain steady and disciplined in ensuring orderly and responsible market operations. Metrobank, she said, remains committed to navigating these conditions with resilience while upholding the trust of its clients, regulators, and the broader investing community.

Metrobank’s Financial Markets Sector continues to demonstrate strong expertise in securities trading, investment, and wealth management, earning consistent recognition from both local and international institutions. The bank has also been named the country’s strongest bank for five consecutive years by The Asian Banker.

In addition to the top award, Metrobank was also recognized in several key categories, including Top Fixed Income Dealing Participant, Top Corporate Securities Market Maker, Top Dealing Participant for Corporate Securities, and Top 5 Fixed Income Brokering Participant.

These accolades highlight more than six decades of Metrobank’s service excellence and reinforce its role as a trusted financial partner. Guided by its “You’re in Good Hands” promise, the bank continues to offer a full suite of financial solutions—from retail and commercial financing to treasury and investment products—supporting Filipinos across different life stages and economic conditions.