Manila, Philippines – East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) has forged a strategic partnership with the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) to launch Economic Watch, a weekly email newsletter designed to help clients stay ahead of economic shifts and make more confident financial decisions.

Economic Watch offers curated perspectives on macroeconomic movements, financial trends, and emerging opportunities. Every issue explains recent market developments and provides data‑driven analysis on key areas, from inflation and interest rates to global geopolitical factors.

The collaboration brings together UA&P’s academic rigor and EastWest’s financial expertise to democratize economic insights by transforming complex local and global trends into clear, actionable guidance for the Bank’s diverse clients—from everyday investors to seasoned business leaders.

"In an era of rapid change, securing a clear perspective on the economic landscape is essential. Our goal is simple: make economic insights clearer, more accessible, and more useful for clients, so they can navigate a constantly evolving environment with clarity and confidence,” said EastWest Chief Executive Officer Jerry G. Ngo.

“UA&P, with its history as an economic think tank, has long been committed to making economic insights accessible beyond the classroom,” said UA&P President John Philip R. Yeung. “Our partnership with EastWest is a natural extension of that mission—bringing the depth of our research and analysis directly to the people and businesses who need it most. By translating complex macroeconomic data into practical strategy, we ensure that people do not just observe the market but have the tools to thrive within it.”

The Economic Watch newsletter is distributed weekly to EastWest’s high-net-worth and institutional clients.

“This initiative reinforces EastWest’s commitment to financial inclusion and meaningful thought leadership—ensuring clients have access to timely, relevant insights that empower informed financial choices,” concluded Ngo.

 

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(from left to right) UA&P representatives Marco Agonia (Instructor), Dr. Victor Abola (Senior Economist), Dr. Peter U (School of Economics Dean), and Atty. John Philip Yeung (CEO); EastWest representatives Jerry Ngo (CEO), Richard Tamayo (SVP and Head of Wealth Management), Me-Anne Bundalian (VP and Head of Brand Activations & Corporate Communications), Norman Reyes (SVP and Head of Marketing & Cash Management Group)