MANILA – Around three in every 10 Filipino adults are aware that the Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) is the government agency protecting bank deposits, according to the 2025 Nationwide Public Awareness and Reputation Survey conducted by NielsenIQ Philippines Inc.

The survey showed that public awareness of PDIC rose to 31 percent this year from 18 percent in 2024, reflecting what the agency described as sustained efforts to educate the public about deposit insurance and financial stability.

The study gathered responses from 1,500 Filipinos aged 18 and above nationwide and found that awareness was highest among individuals with banking experience, higher-income groups, and residents in the Visayas.

However, the survey also pointed to lower awareness levels among unbanked individuals, lower-income sectors, and communities in Mindanao, which the agency said highlights the need to strengthen outreach efforts.

The findings also identified television as the most influential source of information about PDIC, followed by social media platforms such as Facebook and word-of-mouth communication.

PDIC said the survey aligns with international standards set by the International Association of Deposit Insurers, particularly on public awareness and evaluation of deposit insurance systems.

The agency reiterated that bank deposits remain insured up to P1 million per depositor, per bank.

“Deposit insurance, as provided by the PDIC, is a government policy and a financial safety net that protects bank depositors, regardless of their banks’ condition,” the agency said.

PDIC also said it will continue conducting information and education campaigns to help Filipinos make informed financial decisions and encourage saving within the banking system.