- The partnership establishes an acquisition collaboration between Moneymax and EastWest focused on expanding access to personal loan products in the Philippines.
- Consumers can now discover and compare EastWest personal loans on Moneymax. Eligible applicants can begin their loan application on Moneymax, with their applications digitally transmitted to EastWest for processing and approval.
- The collaboration broadens the range of personal loan options available on Moneymax while supporting EastWest’s digital customer acquisition efforts.
MANILA, Philippines, Sept. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Moneymax, the Philippines platform of MoneyHero Limited (NASDAQ: MNY), today announced a partnership with East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) to expand access to personal loan products for Filipino consumers.
The collaboration establishes an acquisition partnership focused on personal loans, enabling consumers to discover EastWest personal loan offerings through Moneymax’s platform. Consumers may begin their journey on Moneymax, complete a lead form, and seamlessly continue through a streamlined digital application experience, with application details securely transmitted to EastWest for processing.
The partnership comes amid sustained growth in consumer lending in the Philippines. According to data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), consumer loans, which include credit cards and general-purpose loans, expanded by 21.4% year-on-year in December 2025, outpacing growth in business lending. The data underscores the continued relevance of consumer lending as Filipino borrowers seek accessible and flexible financing solutions.
By adding EastWest to its platform, Moneymax continues to broaden the range of established lending institutions available for consumers to compare, while supporting EastWest’s digital customer acquisition strategy.
Shravan Thakur, Chief Commercial Officer of MoneyHero Group, said: “This partnership strengthens our personal loan offering in the Philippines and reinforces Moneymax’s role as a comparison platform for consumers evaluating borrowing options. By working with EastWest, we are able to connect more Filipinos with established lenders through a clear and efficient application journey.”
“EastWest has always focused on building banking solutions that are practical and designed around the everyday financial needs of Filipinos,” said EastWest Chief Executive Officer Jerry N. Go. “Our partnership with Moneymax allows us to bring this approach to customers at the point where they are actively exploring financing options, connecting them to personal loan solutions that are supported by the service strength of a full‑service universal bank.”
“Through this collaboration, we are making it easier for borrowers to access financing with clarity and confidence, while delivering a seamless experience that reflects EastWest’s commitment to customer care and long‑term financial well‑being,” he added.
MoneyHero Group operates in the Philippines primarily through its platform, Moneymax, where it continues to expand strategic partnerships with leading financial institutions across credit cards, personal loans, and digital insurance products. Partners include BPI, RCBC, the Credit Card Association of the Philippines (CCAP), and InsureMO, underscoring Moneymax’s growing role in the local financial services landscape.
About Moneymax
Moneymax, is one of the Philippines’ leading personal finance comparison platforms, helping Filipinos compare and choose financial products across credit cards, loans, insurance, and other personal finance categories. As part of MoneyHero Limited (NASDAQ: MNY), Moneymax connects consumers with trusted financial providers through digital comparison tools, content, and services designed to make personal finance more accessible and easier to understand, while supporting financial literacy and helping Filipinos make informed financial decisions.
About MoneyHero Group
MoneyHero Limited (NASDAQ: MNY) is a tech- and AI-powered personal finance aggregation and comparison platform that provides consumers with actionable insights to discover, compare, and choose the best financial products with confidence — bringing data intelligence and seamless digital access across insurance and banking solutions. The Company operates in Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan and the Philippines. Its brand portfolio includes B2C platforms MoneyHero, SingSaver, Money101, Moneymax and Seedly, as well as the B2B platform Creatory. The Company also retains an equity stake in Malaysian fintech company, Jirnexu Pte. Ltd., parent company of Jirnexu Sdn. Bhd., the operator of RinggitPlus, Malaysia’s largest operating B2C platform. MoneyHero had over 270 commercial partner relationships as at March 31, 2026, and had approximately 3.9 million Monthly Unique Users across its platform for the three months ended March 31, 2026. The Company’s backers include Peter Thiel—co-founder of PayPal, Palantir Technologies, and the Founders Fund—and Hong Kong businessman, Richard Li, the founder and chairman of Pacific Century Group. To learn more about MoneyHero and how the innovative fintech company is driving APAC’s digital economy, please visit www.MoneyHeroGroup.com.
About East West Banking Corporation:
East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) is a Filipino-owned universal bank. EastWest is a subsidiary of Filinvest Development Corporation (FDC), one of the country’s leading conglomerates with a diverse range of interests including real estate, banking, hospitality & tourism, infrastructure power generation, and sugar. It is not affiliated with any foreign financial institution which may bear the same name. For more information, visit www.eastwestbanker.com.
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MoneyHero Group:
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Eastwest:
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