BDO strong presence for Negrenses in Bacolod and Negros Occidental makes it easy for people to access personalized banking products for savings, loans, investments, and businesses, no matter their financial journey.
Branches as the preferred channel
As of March 2024, 82% of Negrenses prefer over-the-counter transactions, making BDO branches key in a province driven by agriculture, sugar, and manufacturing.
Farmers, fisherfolk, and factory workers prefer branch banking for its trust, familiarity with local staff, and ease of use. They can conveniently find a nearby BDO branch or its community banking arm, the BDO Network Branch (BDONB). BDO blends digital tools with personal assistance, offering Negrenses simple, secure banking with friendly support.
Other channels complementing branches
Given their nature of work, farmers and fisherfolk often engage in cash-based transactions. Consequently, they use ATMs more frequently than personal online banking channels to withdraw cash. BDO reported that 68 percent of all savings-related transactions in Negros Occidental occurred through ATMs as of March 2024. By September 2024, BDO Unibank has a total of 93 ATMs while BDONB has 11 ATMs in Negros Occidental.
Cash Agad partner-agents in Negros Occidental provide basic banking services to communities not served by BDO branches.
The Cash Agad lets customers withdraw cash at partner stores like mini-groceries and hardware shops, making banking easier for those far from ATMs.
As of September 2024, there are a total of 374 active Cash Agad partner-agents in Negros Occidental.
BDO Fiesta is well-received in Bacolod
After the success in Ilocos, BDO hosted the ‘Tara na sa BDO!’ event in Bacolod. Sa bangko, sigurado. The event drew enthusiastic crowds and received great feedback.
Negrenses enjoyed BDO’s secure banking, extended hours, weekend services, fun activities, and a Thanksgiving concert at the Bacolod SMX Convention Center.
