Metrobank Chief Economist Nicholas Mapa tops The Asset Benchmark Research Awards 2026

Metrobank Chief Economist Nicholas Mapa ranked first at The Asset Benchmark Research Awards, bringing home the Best Individual Sellside Research title.

The distinction highlights Metrobank's research expertise and its commitment to helping clients make informed financial decisions through timely economic and market insights.

Mapa heads Metrobank's Research and Market Strategy Team, covering developments shaping the Philippine economy and financial markets, providing perspectives on economic growth, inflation, interest rates, and foreign exchange movements.

They guide businesses and investors in understanding various market and economic developments for decision-making on financing, investments, and managing financial risks. Mapa's team brings these insights closer to clients through research publications and economic briefings.

"This recognition encourages us to keep asking the right questions and delivering insights that are clear, timely, and relevant to our clients that helps them make sense of developments and weigh on their next steps. It also reflects the collective work of the Metrobank Research team," Mapa said.

The award, which recognizes leading fixed-income analysts, economists, and credit strategists across Asia's capital market, comes as businesses and investors navigate a changing economic environment, where shifts in policy, inflation, and global markets can influence financial plans. Through its research, Metrobank helps clients understand the factors behind these changes and consider both opportunities and risks.

Beyond its client briefings, the Bank makes economic and market perspectives available through Metrobank Wealth Insights, its online platform featuring research, investment explainers, and financial planning articles. These resources support Metrobank's broader efforts to help clients approach financial decisions with greater understanding.

To read Metrobank's economic and market insights, visit wealthinsights.metrobank.com.ph.