The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is the central bank of the Republic of the Philippines. It was established on 3 July 1993 pursuant to the provisions of the 1987 Philippine Constitution and the New Central Bank Act of 1993. The BSP took over from Central Bank of Philippines, which was established on 3 January 1949, as the country’s central monetary authority. The BSP enjoys fiscal and administrative autonomy from the National Government in the pursuit of its mandated responsibilities.

 
 

Who We Are

Mandate, Functions & Responsibilities

Monetary policy

 

The BSP’s main goal is keep inflation low and stable inflation to support balanced, sustainable economic growth.

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Monetary Operations

 

Monetary operations include use of tools to manage demand and supply of central bank money.

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Systemic Risk Management

 

Promoting financial stability is a core BSP mandate under Republic Act No. 11211, signed in February 2019.

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Financial Supervision

 

The BSP supervises banks and regulates finance companies and non-bank institutions with quasi-banking functions.

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Payments and Settlements System Oversight

 

Payment systems are vital to economic activity, enabling secure and efficient fund transfers.

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Currency Management

 

The BSP has the sole authority to issue the national currency.

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Inclusive Finance

 

The BSP has programs and policies that advance financial inclusion, education, and consumer empowerment.

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Loans and credit operations

 

The BSP provides rediscounts, advances, and loans to banks, the PDIC, and the national government.

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International Reserves Management

 

Ample international reserves support liquidity during exchange rate or balance of payments volatility.

International Operations

 

The BSP manages external debt, foreign investments, and FX transactions.

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International Economic Cooperation

 

The BSP manages external debt, foreign investments, and FX transactions.

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Economic Education

 

The BSP’s Economic Education Portal offers learning materials that empower people to make informed financial decisions.

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Investor Relations

The BSP helps promote the Philippines as an investment destination by communicating the country’s economic strengths and reforms to the global market.

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Strategic Communication Framework of the BSP

This framework outlines the BSP’s stakeholder-centric, evidence-informed, and results-oriented approach to communication.

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Vision, Mission and Core Values

Vision

 

English Version​

The BSP aims to be recognized globally as the monetary authority and primary financial system supervisor that supports a strong economy and promotes a high quality of life for all Filipinos.

Filipino Version​

Naghahangad ang BSP na makilala sa buong mundo bilang pangunahing tagapamahala ng sistema at kaayusan ng pananalapi at ekonomiya upang maitaguyod ang mataas na antas ng kabuhayan para sa lahat ng Filipino.​

Mission

 

English Version​

To promote and maintain price stability, a strong financial system, and a safe and efficient payments and settlements system conducive to a sustainable and inclusive growth of the economy.

Filipino Version

Itaguyod at panatilihin ang katatagan ng presyo ng mga bilihin at ng sistemang pinansyal, at ng mahusay, lig​tas at maaasahang pamamaraan ng pagbabayad upang makatulong sa patuloy na paglago ng ekonomiya at pag-angat ng kabuhayan ng lahat ng mga Filipino.

Core Values

Organization and Governance

Seal, Charter & History

Audited Financial Statements

BSP Management is responsible for preparing accurate financial statements in line with Republic Act No. 7653 and applicable Philippine and international financial reporting standards, ensuring they are free from material misstatement.

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Facilities

KYM Briefing

 

The BSP regularly conducts Know Your Money (KYM) Programs with gallery tour of the various phases of printing banknotes and security documents.

Acquired Properties For Sale​​

BSP-acquired properties are available for sale initially through public auction​​.

Search through our list of available properties for sale via the links below:


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Interested buyers may inquire through email at acquiredassets@bsp.gov.ph
Direct lines: 5306-3417, 5306-2911, 5306-2912, and 5306-3415