The Land Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK), the country’s largest state-owned financial institution, proudly achieved seven major international awards in 2025, underscoring its intensified focus on inclusive banking, digital transformation, and service excellence. These accolades highlight LANDBANK’s unwavering commitment to national development and its crucial role in supporting the agricultural sector and underserved communities.
Institutional Excellence Recognized Globally
LANDBANK’s collective achievements were honored by prestigious international institutions:
- Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025: Best Bank for Diversity and Inclusion; Best Investment Bank for Debt Capital Markets
- Asian Banking & Finance Awards: Domestic Retail Bank of the Year – Philippines, for customer-focused innovations and expanded access to banking services
- Forbes World’s Best Banks 2025: Ranked 5th among Philippine banks
- Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025: Placed 4th among Philippine employers and 187th globally, reflecting a strong organizational culture
Leadership Distinction: CEO Lynette V. Ortiz
LANDBANK President and CEO Lynette V. Ortiz received significant recognition for her strategic leadership:
- Global Banking & Finance Awards: Best New Banking CEO 2025
- Fortune’s Asia’s Most Powerful Women 2025: Ranked 3rd in the Philippines and 72nd globally
Commitment to National Development
Beyond accolades, LANDBANK reinforced its public mandate by declaring ₱33.53 billion in cash dividends to the National Government—the highest in its history. The Bank continues to empower clients through flagship programs:
- AGRISENSO Plus Lending Program: Loans at a reduced 3% interest rate for farmers and fishers
- ASCEND Program: Agri-fishery support and financial literacy training
LANDBANK’s expanding “phygital” presence now includes 10,582 customer touchpoints nationwide, ensuring wider access to essential financial services for communities nationwide.
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