GCash Slashes Bank Transfer Fee to P10, Aligns with BSP Directive
GCash, a leading mobile wallet in the Philippines, has reduced its bank transfer fee from P15 to P10 effective July 4. This move aligns with a Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas directive on transfer fees, with other financial institutions expected to follow suit.
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