Metrobank's H1 Profit Inches Up to P24.9 Billion Amid Higher Interest Income
Metropolitan Bank and Trust Co. (Metrobank) reported a slight increase in its net income for the first half of the year, reaching P24.9 billion. Higher interest income was a key driver, but it was partially offset by weaker trading gains and increased provisions for credit losses.
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