Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) secured its 11th consecutive win of the Cesar E.A. Virata Award at the Philippine Dealing System (PDS) Annual Awards, reinforcing its dominance in fixed-income trading in the Philippines.
The awarding ceremony, held March 26, 2026 at the Makati Diamond Hotel, recognized Metrobank for its consistent performance in trading, distribution, and market-making of fixed-income securities. The 11-year streak is the longest by any bank in the history of the PDS awards.
The Cesar E.A. Virata Award is considered the highest distinction given by PDS to a bank, highlighting excellence in the local debt market.
Metrobank also ranked across multiple categories, including Top Fixed Income Dealing Participant, Top Corporate Securities Market Maker, Top Dealing Participant for Corporate Securities, and Top 5 Fixed Income Brokering Participant (5th place).
“These recognitions reflect what we have worked hard to build over the years. More than strong business performance, it speaks to the integrity, discipline, teamwork, and customer trust that guide us, along with close collaboration across our teams,” said Jikee Reyes, deputy head of Metrobank Financial Markets Sector.
She said the awards carry added weight amid ongoing market volatility.
“This recognition is particularly meaningful at a time of heightened market uncertainty. It reinforces our responsibility to remain steady and disciplined, helping ensure that markets continue to function in an orderly and responsible manner. We remain committed to navigating these conditions with resilience and upholding the trust placed in us by our clients, regulators, and the broader investing community,” Reyes said.
Metrobank’s Financial Markets Sector has built a strong track record in securities trading, investment, and wealth management, earning consistent recognition from local and international award-giving bodies.
The bank has also been named the country’s strongest bank by The Asian Banker for five consecutive years, further strengthening its reputation for stability and reliability in the Philippine financial sector.