MUFG Manila Upgrades to Universal Bank, Expanding Financial Services in Philippines
MUFG Bank's Manila branch has officially commenced operations as a universal bank on September 1, following an upgrade of its banking license approved by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). This upgrade grants the branch broader powers, including investment banking activities and investments in non-banking businesses.
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