Asialink secures $75-M loan, eyes IPO in 2027

The Asialink Group of Companies has secured a $75-million offshore syndicated loan facility led by Standard Chartered Bank, a move that is expected to accelerate its planned initial public offering (IPO) to 2027 from its previous 2028 target.

- By KEISHA TA-ASAN

The fresh funding, participated in by Bank of China (Hong Kong and Malaysia), First Commercial Bank, Woori Bank and Taichung Commercial Bank, will strengthen Asialink’s balance sheet and expand its lending capacity, particularly for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) nationwide.

“This partnership allows us to scale our mission, strengthening our balance sheet and enhancing our capacity to serve,” Asialink Group CEO Robert Jordan Jr. said during the loan signing ceremony.

Jordan said the collaboration with Standard Chartered “goes beyond capital,” as it connects Asialink to global best practices and sustainability principles aligned with its long-term growth strategy.

“Our mission remains clear — to empower Filipinos through sensible, responsible and inclusive financing,” Jordan said. “This milestone inspires us to continue building a stronger, more inclusive financial future for the nation.”