Hong Kong-based publication FinanceAsia has recently cited Banco De Oro Unibank's major subsidiaries – BDO Capital and BDO Private Bank – in separate award categories.

BDO Private Bank was named the Philippines' best private bank given its distinction as the only dedicated private banking institution among the local banks in the Philippines. FinanceAsia also credits the company's open architecture model, allowing it to offer a comprehensive range of private banking services to affluent clients.

Meanwhile, BDO's investment banking arm BDO Capital made it to the list of Best Financial Services Firms Around the Region. BDO Capital was recognized as the Best Investment Bank and Best Equity House, meriting the Finance Asia Country Awards for Achievement 2009.