Finance
Home Credit now has 12M customers, on pace to double iPhone financing
By the numbers
Ahead of its 12th anniversary, Home Credit Philippines has bared that it has already reached 12 million customers as of August 2025.
At its recent Future Focus: Building Tomorrow Together event, executives of Home Credit shared some numbers as the financial solutions provider has become a trusted leader in consumer finance.
33
Home Credit Philippines only had 33 customers when it opened its first ever booth back in 2013.
700, 1,100, 1,400
During its peak season, Home Credit said it has financed an average of 700 refrigerators, 1,100 air conditioners, and 1,400 televisions per day.
This highlights the strong demand for comfort and convenience at home even as consumers seek flexible financing methods.
10,000
Today, the company has a dedicated team of 10,000 sales associates.
18,000
Moreover, the financial solutions provider has presence in 18,000 partner stores. It’s impossible not to see one when visiting the tech and consumer electronics section of a mall.
2.5 million
That’s the number of smartphones HCPH has financed since the start of 2024. That’s an average of 5,000 devices per day, not even counting other electronics and appliances.
27 million
That’s how many mobile app downloads the Home Credit App has so far. It is available on the App Store, Google Play, and Huawei AppGallery.
PhP 4.5 billion
Recognizing that mobility has also been emerging as a rapidly growing industry in the Philippines, HCPH has also ventured into making motorcycles and e-bikes more accessible for Filipinos.
The company said it has financed closed to 70,000 units of such vehicles since 2024, amounting to PhP 4.5 billion.
PhP 20 billion
Furthermore, the iPhone remains one of the top choices for Home Credit users looking to purchase smartphones through its flexible plans.
Financing for iPhones reached PhP 10 billion in 2024, and HCPH said it is expected to hit PhP 20 billion by the end of 2025. That’s double the previous year’s volume.
PhP 500 billion
To cap it all off, this is the whopping total sales figure estimate across all credit offerings.
Home Credit Protect
Working hand in hand with the company’s affordable installment plans are its Home Credit Protect insurance program.
This is designed to give customers peace of mind without added financial strain. They can choose between Borrower Protection and Device Protection.
The first covers accidents, life, illness, hospital cash, installment waiver, online consultations, and protections for loved ones.
On the other hand, the second focuses on safeguards against accidental liquid damage, extended warranty, door-to-door repair or replacement, and like-for-like device replacement.
As of August 2025, Home Credit said it has approved and released over PhP 1.75 billion in claims for nearly 70,000 devices.
Finance
UnionDigital Bank, Chubb partner for accessible insurance protection
Chubb insurance products now integrated into UD app
UnionDigital Bank and Chubb Philippines have partnered to bring accessible insurance protection to Filipinos.
The strategic partnership integrates Chubb’s insurance solutions directly on the UD app. These comprehensive solutions will be seen among UD’s suite of financial products. That way, insurance protection becomes more accessible for consumers.
The two key insurance products in the initial rollout are Loan Protect Insurance and Kaya Protect Insurance.
The first product is automatically included for eligible UD loan borrowers at no additional cost for the first three months once the loan is approved.
In the event of accidental death, permanent disability, temporary disability, or death due to illness, Loan Protect Insurance pays up to the original loan amount to cover 100% of the customer’s outstanding loan balance.
Any remaining balance is released to beneficiaries. Loan Protect Insurance is currently available for loans up to PhP 30,000 with short-term repayment periods.
Meanwhile, Kaya Protect Insurance will be available soon. This provides personal accident and accidental death coverage up to PhP 150,000 and is activated automatically by maintaining a low minimum balance of PhP 100 in the insured’s savings account.
The partnership between UnionDigital Bank and Chubb aims to address the protection gap, as according to a Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) survey, 48% of adult Filipinos are currently uninsured.
Finance
New luvit card offers flexible Buy Now, Pay Later installments
Simple application process, borrow up to PhP 200,000
FinVolution Group has unveiled the luvit card, making everyday payments accessible and flexible for users through a Buy Now, Pay Later approach.
The rollout marks the company’s move into card-based solutions, bringing installment-enabled transactions into a format that works both online and in physical stores — whether locally or abroad.
To get started, simply download luvit via the App Store or Google Play. Signing up on the app only needs minimal requirements and fast approval.
Once approved, users can start using the Mastercard-powered physical luvit card for a range of expenses. This includes daily purchases, bills, travel bookings, and other lifestyle spendings.
Users can borrow from PhP 2,000 to PhP 200,000 (~US$ 32.56 to ~US$ 3,255.80).
The Buy Now, Pay Later card is designed to accommodate various financial needs. Users can repay in installment options that work for them. In addition, a 0% interest installment is available for the first 40 days.
Finance
Atome now allows in-app bill payments with Bayad partnership
Pay for utilities, internet, government contributions directly within the app
Atome Philippines has partnered with Bayad to allow users to pay for utilities, internet, and government contributions directly within the Atome app.
The integration with the country’s largest bill payment aggregator is designed to help Filipinos manage household budgets more easily without the need for extra steps.
Atome users no longer need to switch from one app to another, nor visit websites to handle monthly bills. Bayad’s extensive network of billers and service providers can be accessed through the platform.
As such, electricity and water bills, as well as government fees, can be paid for directly via the app.
Beyond convenience, users will likewise earn Atome rewards points on every utility bill payment they make.
The partnership between Atome and Bayad is an important step in financial inclusion in the Philippines.
It gives unbanked and underbanked individuals a simpler and more rewarding way to manage essential household expenses.
Atome is known popularly for its Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) offering. It has tie-ups with retailers like fashion, beauty, travel, and more.
The digital financial service platform also offers a Mastercard-powered BNPL card, as well as petty cash loans.
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