BDO Posts Slight Profit Growth Amid Economic Headwinds
BDO Unibank, the Philippines' largest lender, reported a slight 0.8% increase in net income to P63.6 billion for January-September, driven by strong lending growth and higher interest income despite economic challenges. The bank maintained a solid capital position and improved its non-performing loan ratio.
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