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Why it matters
The move could broaden participation in the country’s capital markets, traditionally limited by complex sign-ups and broker requirements. By embedding stock investing directly into the Maya app, users can now open brokerage accounts, fund them instantly via their Maya Wallet, and view available IPOs—all in a few taps.
Driving the news
The launch coincides with Maynilad Water Services Inc.’s IPO (PSE: MYNLD), which runs from Oct. 23 to 29, 2025, making it the first offering accessible through Maya Stocks. The platform partners with DragonFi Securities Inc., F. Yap Securities Inc. (2tradeasia), and Philstocks Financial Inc. to process IPO subscriptions.
“Our goal has always been to make access to financial opportunities simpler and more inclusive,” Shailesh Baidwan, Maya Group president and co-founder of Maya Bank, said in a press release on Oct. 23, 2025.
“Maya Stocks brings IPO participation closer to consumers by embedding a secure, regulated process into the same app they already use every day,” he adds.
The big pictureWith no transfer fees for wallet-to-brokerage funding and zero commission on IPO subscriptions, Maya aims to democratize investing for new users. Regular trading, however, will still carry standard broker fees.
What’s next
Beyond Maynilad, future IPOs will also be available through Maya’s partner brokers. The feature underscores Maya’s push to integrate banking, payments, credit, and investing within one ecosystem—bridging everyday finance and capital market access for millions of Filipinos. —Vanessa Hidalgo | Ed: Corrie S. Narisma
