Security Bank Capital Investment Corporation, the investment banking arm of Security Bank, has been recognized as the Philippines’ Best Investment Bank for Financing 2025 at Euromoney’s Asia-Pacific Awards for Excellence.
Euromoney cited Security Bank Capital’s leadership and innovation across a range of landmark deals, highlighting its pivotal role in advancing sustainable finance and deepening the country’s capital markets:
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Sustainability leadership: Arranged the Philippines’ first sustainability-linked bonds for Ayala Land, Inc. worth ₱14 billion, featuring step-up coupon mechanisms tied to sustainability performance targets, and successfully issued ₱10 billion ASEAN Green Bonds for Energy Development Corporation, which were oversubscribed.
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Transformational infrastructure: Structured the landmark ₱52 billion project finance facility for New NAIA Infra Corp., setting a new standard for PPP airport projects in the country.
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Capital market depth: Closed nine major bond issuances in 2024 totaling ₱139 billion, including SM Prime’s ₱25-billion offering and SMC Tollways’ ₱35-billion debut bond—the largest in the domestic market.
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Energy transition financing: Delivered ₱91.8 billion in project finance deals, including the 450MW 3 Barracuda Solar Project, the largest solar financing in Philippine history.
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Equity capital markets: Raised ₱40.1 billion across four equity deals, highlighted by Citicore Renewable Energy’s IPO and the largest preferred share offerings from Petron and Ayala Corporation.
“Security Bank Capital has cemented its position as a cornerstone of investment banking in the Philippines,” Euromoney stated.
This latest recognition builds on the firm’s growing list of accolades, including Best Investment Bank in the Philippines (Alpha Southeast Asia 2025), Best ESG House in the Philippines (Euromoney 2024), and Best ECM House – Highly Commended (FinanceAsia).
“This recognition by Euromoney is a testament to our role as a trusted partner in enabling our clients’ growth and the country’s sustainable development,” said Virgilio Chua, President and CEO of Security Bank Capital. “From renewable energy to infrastructure and inclusive finance, we remain committed to delivering solutions that power progress for businesses, communities, and the nation.”
