Why Typhoon Odette and Omicron Highlight the Need for Protection Insurance is more than just a policy—it’s a financial safety net that protects individuals and families during times of crisis. As the Philippines recovers from Typhoon Odette and continues to battle the Omicron variant, the importance of having adequate insurance becomes even clearer. These events…
THE NEW NORMAL OF INSURANCE During the pandemic, AXA Life Insurance Company recognized two critical challenges. First, safety concerns made it impossible to rely solely on face-to-face interactions. Second, many Filipinos lack a deep understanding of insurance, with most associating it only with it that pays out upon death. This limited perception often prevents them…
New Normal Changes in Life Insurance: Improving Accessibility and Protection 2022 As the pandemic went on, AXA identified two major challenges that needed to be addressed to ensure Filipinos could access the protection they needed. The Shift Away from Face-to-Face Interactions The first challenge was the shift away from traditional face-to-face interactions. With safety concerns…
Pandemic continues to drive Filipinos to insurance The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly altered the way Filipinos perceive financial security, with a heightened awareness of the need for insurance coverage. As the crisis brought unforeseen medical expenses, job losses, and economic instability, more individuals and families have prioritized securing life, accident, and health insurance to protect…
1 of Many OFWs: Beating the Odds and Finding Solace When Life on Pause During Pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic presented unprecedented challenges for the global economy, disrupting industries, livelihoods, and financial stability. Among those hit hardest were Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), whose incomes and employment security were severely affected by global lockdowns and economic…
1 of Many OFWs: Beating the Odds and Finding Solace When Life on Pause During Pandemic It is the Old Saviors that Needed Saving The COVID-19 pandemic presented unprecedented challenges for the global economy, disrupting industries, livelihoods, and financial stability. Among those hit hardest were Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), whose incomes and employment security…
Enhancing Digital Accessibility for Members With the growing reliance on digital services, SSS continues to innovate its online platforms to provide seamless and user-friendly experiences for its members. The My.SSS Portal now integrates more features, including real-time tracking of contributions, loan application and processing, and benefit claims submission. These enhancements minimize the need for in-person…
Dominguez sees REITs propelling property sector’s growth beyond pandemic Expanding Opportunities Through REITs Finance Secretary Carlos Dominguez III said Thursday that the growing roster of Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) offerings will propel the growth of the Philippines’ property sector beyond the pandemic—and serve as a catalyst for the country’s quick and strong economic…
“Our quality of life depends on the choices that we make every day.” -Anonymous- Investing in Stock Market and REITs are too overwhelming. With so much information to learn about Stock Market and REITS, sometimes we felt discouraged to push through on our investing journey. Now that REITs are still young, many finance professionals…
The Impact of Coronavirus on Higher Education The global spread of COVID-19 has significantly disrupted nearly every aspect of human life, ushering in what many now refer to as the “new normal.” Among the sectors most heavily affected by this pandemic is higher education, which continues to face challenges and uncertainties long after the virus…