Loans Can Fuel Business Growth

In today's very competitive market landscape, ease of access to funding may well be one factor that will ensure any growing business's success. Entrepreneurs need the assurance that they have easy access to financing through banks. This allows them to take advantage ofvopportunities in the marketplace, thereby ensuring business growth. As one of the country's leading thrift banks that provides various business solutions to its clients, Sterling Bank of Asia (SBA) has pledged its support to help small and medium enterprises thrive in the ever-competitive marketplace. SBA offers a wide range of business loan products that cater to the different needs of its customers, ranging from startups to established enterprises. Their offerings include term loans, trade check discounting, developmental loans, domestic bills purchase, and more. Choosing the right bank financing product is crucial for a business's success. With the appropriate loan funding, businesses can reach their full potential. Entrepreneurs are encouraged to carefully evaluate their funding requirements and select from the wide array of banking products available to meet their specific goals. Sterling Bank of Asia is committed to supporting businesses every step of the way. Their team is always ready and willing to assist clients in finding the perfect financial solution to achieve their business aspirations. For those looking to grow their business, explore SBA's loan products and contact their team today to begin the journey toward success.

ArenaPlus brings fun-filled Star Magic All Star Games 2024

 

ArenaPlus, your 24/7 sports betting app, added more fun and entertainment to the most anticipated Star Magic All Star Games 2024 on June 3 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

ArenaPlus has been with the ABS-CBN Star Magic in providing enjoyable activities designed to bring their favorite artists closer to their fans. As the lead presenter of this year’s game, ArenaPlus enjoined ABS-CBN to gather today’s favorite and young stars in a basketball and volleyball game made special with the participation of known groups and individuals in sports and entertainment.

 

This year's ABS-CBN Star Magic Volleyball Game was between the Lady Setters, led by BINI Mikha Lim and Anjie Salvacion with PVL star players Fifi Sharma and Dani Ravena, and the Lady Setters, led by Vivoree and Loisa Andalio with PVL star players Celine Domingo and Gel Cayuna.

The Lady Spikers took down the Lady Setters in three sets: 25-20, 22-25, and 25-18. Awra Briguela top-scored for the winning team with 23 points, 22 attacks and a block, while Analain Salvador took the Most Valuable Player.

The Mythical Six members for volleyball were Briguela, Reign Parani, Anji Salvacion, Janna Zambran, Mikha Lim, and Vivoree Escoto. Among the special award recipients were best setter BINI Mikha, best receiver Analain Salvador, best spiker Awra Briguela, and best libero Leona Andalio.

In addition, Star Magic Shooting Stars Blue were led by Donny Pangilinan and Ronnie Alonte, while the internet sensation Cong’s Anbilibabol Basketball, led by Lincoln “Cong'' Velasquez of Team Payaman, fought in a head-to-head basketball game.

Shooting Stars Blue's win over Cong's Anbilibabol Basketball with 88-76 score. Alonte, who emerged as the match MVP, fired 27 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists. Among the mythical five were Star Magic stars Ronnie Alonte, Donnie Pangilinan, and River Joseph, along with Team Payaman members Chris Lagudas and Nelson Mendoza.

Aside from the games, the crowd went wild during the half-time performance by the rising girl group BINI, with their top hit songs “Karera” and “Pantropiko.”

ArenaPlus ensures that it supports all major entertainment events in the country. The growing partnership with ABS-CBN is a testimony that the brand is being entrusted to make any entertainment and sports event in the country fun and enjoyable, anytime and anywhere.

DigiPlus is the fastest-growing digital entertainment company in the country. It operates the country’s leading digital platforms, BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, PeryaGame, Tongits+, and BingoPlus Poker, with more to come. ArenaPlus, the leading sports betting app that provides various sports live streaming in the Philippines, serves as the leading sports entertainment gateway for Filipinos. For more information, visit www.arenaplus.net.

Allianz PNB Life Extends Availability of Wealth Building Product STEP UP 7

Wealth building and wealth protection are two important aspects to consider given the current economic situation in the country. It is important for Filipinos to boost their savings and ensure that their assets grow, so that they are protected for their future needs.

Allianz PNB Life (AZPNBL) remains committed to its purpose of securing more Filipinos by helping them build wealth as their protection and legacy to their families through its STEP UP 7 financial product. STEP UP 7 stands for Short-Term Endowment Plan with Uniform Payouts. It is a single-pay, non-participating endowment life insurance plan that matures in 7 years.

Stable income stream
The STEP UP 7 is ideal for individuals who want to add another stable and guaranteed stream of income to boost their savings while enjoying the benefits of insurance coverage. The plan offers guaranteed protection, maturity benefits, and an additional annual payout of 3.25% for 7 years.

Since its launch in 2019, it has garnered the attention of customers becoming one of the most availed products of AZPNBL. Its popularity among customers led to the roll-out of the product’s third tranche with an allocation of 2 billion pesos.

AZPNBL opened the third tranche in May 2023 with an adjusted coupon rate to adapt to current market trends and prevailing yield rates. It garnered even faster sales due to the attractive coupon rate offered to both new and repeat customers.

Opportunity to build a legacy
Given its success, AZPNBL has decided to extend the STEP UP 7 offer starting January 15, 2024, until supplies last. This extension allows more customers to avail of this plan and take advantage of its benefits of boosting their savings.

Allianz PNB Life Chief Product Provider Officer Leo Tan, Jr. says, “I am immensely proud and excited to reintroduce our special proposition, STEP UP 7. It is tailored specifically to the unique financial needs and preferences of Filipinos and is designed to provide guaranteed savings and protection for those seeking medium to long-term financial solutions.

Our proposition includes a guaranteed payout feature that allows customers to save up over time with the additional payout every year, while providing a level of protection with insurance coverage. This ensures that Filipinos can achieve financial stability and security while they work towards their financial goals. We understand the importance of financial security for Filipinos, and we have designed the STEP UP 7 propositions with this in mind. We take into account the long-term outlook and affinity of Filipinos towards financial planning, ensuring that our proposition aligns perfectly with their needs.”

The STEP UP 7 product is exclusively available to PNB customers. Find out more about the product through AZPNBL Life Changers by visiting the nearest PNB branch.