CLASS ACTIVITY 9/11/2025
Case Analysis: Bank Transaction and Business Success Story
Case Title:From Small Deposits to Big Success: The Journey of Mr. Jonathan Cruz
Background of the Case
Jonathan Cruz, a Filipino entrepreneur, started his career as a small trading businessman. With limited
capital of ₱50,000, he relied heavily on his local bank for safekeeping his earnings and for securing loans
that fueled his business growth. Over the years, proper management of bank transactions, discipline in
financial records, and strategic reinvestments helped him transform his small venture into a multimillion-
peso enterprise.
Bank Transaction Analysis
Jonathan’s journey involved critical banking activities:
Initial Deposit
He deposited his seed capital of ₱50,000 into a savings account, ensuring security and access to banking
services.
Loan Acquisition
After a year of consistent deposits, Jonathan applied for a ₱200,000 SME loan, which was approved due
to his good banking record.
Loan was used for inventory expansion and purchasing delivery equipment.
Regular Transactions
Daily deposits of sales revenue ensured transparency and built trust with the bank.
Utilized online banking for bills payment, supplier transfers, and payroll disbursement.
Investment and Savings
Opened a time deposit account to grow idle funds.
Diversified into investment products offered by the bank, including UITFs (Unit Investment Trust Funds).
Business Expansion
Bank credit line increased to ₱5 million after five years, supporting warehouse construction and logistics
operations.
Instruction: Answer the following questions:
1. What are the Issues/Challenges Encountered?
2. What Solutions/Strategies you Applied?
3. What are the Outcome and Success Story?
4. What Lessons you learned about the story?
Write in a 1 whole sheet of paper yellow paper.