WINNING | RCBC’s people-first strategy fuels growth push

Insider Spotlight

• RCBC’s people-centered culture and ESG programs strengthen its regional standing
• The bank ranked 8th among Philippine firms in TIME’s Asia-Pacific Best Companies of 2026
• It placed in the top third of 500 companies across the region
• RCBC also landed 30th in employee satisfaction, a key pillar in the study
  
  

Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) is doubling down on its people-first culture and sustainability programs, a strategy that continues to reinforce the bank’s growth and governance credentials in the region.

The approach is gaining international recognition. RCBC ranked eighth among Philippine firms in TIME’s Asia-Pacific Best Companies of 2026, placing within the top third of 500 companies across the region with an overall score of 86.45.

The recognition, highlighted in a company release, cited the bank’s performance across three pillars measured by TIME and global data firm Statista: employee satisfaction, financial performance, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) transparency. RCBC also ranked 30th in employee satisfaction, reflecting strong workforce engagement.

Why it matters

Companies across Asia-Pacific are increasingly judged not only by financial results but also by how they treat employees and integrate sustainability into their operations.

By the numbers

The ranking covered companies that generated at least $100 million in revenue in 2024. Firms were evaluated through a methodology that combined:

• Employee survey results measuring workplace satisfaction
• Revenue growth indicators assessing financial performance
• Publicly disclosed ESG data examining sustainability transparency

A total of 36 Philippine companies made this year’s regional ranking, up from 29 in the previous edition, signaling broader corporate representation from the country.

Zoom in

According to the company release, RCBC’s inclusion reflects its sustained focus on strengthening workforce culture, financial resilience, and governance standards while integrating sustainability into its core operations.

The bank has also earned several recognitions for its sustainability initiatives, including The Asset Benchmarking Award for Excellence in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) – Platinum Award in 2024 for three consecutive years, Sustainability Company of the Year at the Asia CEO Awards in 2025, and Best Bank for Sustainable Development from Global Business Review Magazine.

The big picture

Now in its 65th year and currently the fifth-largest privately owned bank in the Philippines, RCBC continues to push for purposeful innovation and sustainable growth across its operations, workforce, clients, and communities. —Princess Daisy C. Ominga | Ed: Corrie S. Narisma