Draft:Luzon Development Bank
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Luzon Development Bank (LDB) is a Filipino thrift bank established on May 8, 1961, as Laguna Development Bank in Calamba, Laguna, is a prominent private thrift bank in the Philippines. Originally serving Laguna, it rebranded in 1975 to expand its reach, now operating nearly 40 branches across Calabarzon, Metro Manila, and Nueva Ecija.[1]
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(until 1975)
 A Luzon Development Bank branch in Cabuyao, Laguna | |
| Formerly | Laguna Development Bank (until 1975) |
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| Company type | Private |
| Industry | Financial services and Thrift Banking Industry |
| Founded | May 8, 1961 |
| Headquarters | , |
Number of locations | 40 branches |
Key people |
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| Products | Banking, checking accounts, savings, digital & miscellaneous services, microfinance and SME (small and medium entreprise) loans |
Number of employees | 500 |
| Website | ldb |
LDB offers banking services, such as deposit products and services, cash management, onsite/offsite ATM facilities, corporate and retail banking, and treasury services. The bank caters to the needs of corporate, middle market, retail clients. savings, digital & miscellaneous services, microfinance and SME (small and medium enterprise) loans
As of 2025[update], the bank operated 40 branches and employed 500 employees. As of December 27, 2010, Laguna Development Bank has a total market capitalization of ₱6.53 billion.[2]
History
Laguna Development Bank was established on May 8, 1961 in Calamba City, Laguna by a group of local businessmen and professionals who aimed to support economic development in the province. The founders envisioned a financial institution that would provide accessible banking services to local communities, small businesses, and agricultural sectors that lacked sufficient financial support during that period.[3]
In its early years, the bank operated as a community based institution focused on savings mobilization and lending to local enterprises. As economic activity in Laguna and nearby provinces expanded, the bank gradually increased its branch network and financial services.
In 1975, the bank changed its corporate name from Laguna Development Bank to Luzon Development Bank. The rebranding reflected its broader vision to serve a larger market beyond Laguna and expand its operations throughout Luzon.
Expansion
Over the following decades, Luzon Development Bank expanded its operations into Metro Manila, CALABARZON, and parts of Central Luzon. The bank developed a wider portfolio of banking services including consumer loans, business financing, real estate loans, and treasury services. The bank also integrated electronic banking systems and ATM services through the BancNet network. LDB is recognized as the largest private development bank in the Luzon region.[4]
Luzon Development Bank operates multiple branches and banking offices across Luzon, serving individuals, professionals, small and medium enterprises, and corporate clients.
Products and services
Luzon Development Bank offers various financial products and services, including:
- Deposit
- Loan
- LDB Mobile App
- Instapay Receiving
- Instapay Multi-Proxy Service
- ATM Acquiring and Issuing
- Bills Payment
- Corporate Payroll
- eGov for Pag-IBIG
- LRA Satellite Office
The bank operates under the supervision of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas and is a member of BancNet.
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