From L-R: Marvin Matias, Coverage and Origination Team Head; Daisy Garcia, Head of Syndicate and Distribution; Virgilio Chua, President and CEO; Maria Margarita Antoinette Lee – Coverage and Origination Team Head; Daniel James Locsin, Coverage and Origination Team Head
Makati City, Philippines, October 22, 2025 —Security Bank Capital, the investment banking arm of Security Bank Corporation, marks its 30th anniversary with a renewed commitment to financing a sustainable and inclusive future for the Philippines.
Since its founding in 1995, Security Bank Capital has played a key role in shaping the country’s capital markets—arranging over PHP1 trillion in funding for transformative projects in infrastructure, energy, real estate, mining, manufacturing, health care, and financial services. Through these transactions, the firm has helped drive economic growth, business expansion, and industry modernization.
“Our journey over the past 30 years has been defined by purpose-driven finance, said Virgilio Chua, President and CEO of Security Bank Capital, “We believe capital should not only generate returns—it should generate impact. Whether it’s powering homes with clean energy, building roads that connect communities, or supporting inclusive healthcare, our mission is to help industries grow responsibly and sustainably.”
Championing sustainable finance
In 2025, Security Bank Capital’s leadership in sustainable finance was recognized by top global financial publications. The firm was named the Philippines’ Best Investment Bank for Financing by Euromoney, awarded the Best Investment Bank in the Philippines by Alpha Southeast Asia, and received a “Highly Commended” citation by Finance Asia. These accolades, alongside past distinctions from The Asset, ESG Business, and Asian Banking & Finance, underscore its technical excellence and commitment to nation-building.
From 2022 to 2024, Security Bank completed and helped arranged over PHP1.7 trillion worth of bond issuances—providing long-term funding for renewable energy, real estate, infrastructure, financial services and the national government. It also closed approximately PHP362 billion in private and project finance deals, including landmark renewable energy, water, and digital infrastructure projects.
A notable milestone was a PHP150 billion project finance loan for an integrated 3,500MWp solar farm and 4,500MWh battery energy storage system—the world’s largest integrated solar and battery storage plant to date—supporting the Philippines’ renewable energy goals of 35% by 2030 and 50% by 2040.
The firm also jointly arranged a PHP100 billion syndicated project finance facility for a major mass rail transit project in Northern Metro Manila, aimed at improving connectivity, boosting trade, and generating jobs. In addition, it helped structure the country’s first sustainability-linked bonds, tying financing incentives to measurable environmental targets such as emissions reduction and renewable energy adoption.
Financing the next generation of Filipino enterprises
Ranked among the top five investment banks in both debt and equity capital markets, Security Bank Capital continues to guide Philippine enterprises toward responsible, sustainable growth.
“As we look to the future, our focus remains clear: to be the preferred partner for sustainable finance in the Philippines, Chua said. “We’re investing in people, platforms, and partnerships that will help industries thrive while advancing our nation’s sustainability and development goals. Our legacy is not just in the deals we’ve closed—it is in the lives we’ve helped uplift and the future we’re helping to build.” Security Bank Capital’s 30th anniversary is more than a celebration—it is a reaffirmation of its mission to lead with integrity, impact, and purpose for decades to come.
