SM Companies Shine at FinanceAsia's Asia's Best Companies 2026 Awards
SM Companies Shine at FinanceAsia's Asia's Best Companies 2026 Awards
In the latest edition of the FinanceAsia awards, Hong Kong-based publication FinanceAsia has spotlighted four outstanding companies from the SM Group as part of its Asia's Best Companies 2026 poll. This recognition reflects the assessments of institutional investors and financial analysts who evaluated corporate performance and governance over the last year.
The awardees include SM Investments Corporation, SM Retail, Inc., SM Prime Holdings, Inc., and BDO Unibank, Inc., which collectively earned an impressive eight awards across various categories. The awards highlight the commitment of these companies to excellence as well as sustainable practices in their respective industries.
SM Investments Corporation
SM Investments Corporation, which acts as the parent company of the SM Group, secured several prestigious accolades, including a Gold award for Best Large Cap Company and recognition as Most Committed to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance). Additionally, SM Investments earned a Silver award for Best Managed Company in the Conglomerates category in the Philippines.
Frederic C. DyBuncio, the President and CEO of SM Investments, expressed gratitude for the recognition and stated, "It reflects our continued focus on delivering consistent results while creating long-term value for our stakeholders through disciplined execution."
SM Retail, Inc.
SM Retail was also in the limelight, being recognized as the Best Managed Company in both the retail and consumer durables apparel categories. Jonathan Ng, the President of SM Retail, commented on this achievement: "This recognition reflects our team's ability to execute consistently across our retail platforms, anchored on serving Filipino consumers while delivering sustainable long-term value."
SM Prime Holdings, Inc.
Recognized as the Best Managed Company in the real estate sector, SM Prime Holdings, Inc. has set a remarkable standard for trust among investors. Jeffrey C. Lim, the President of SM Prime, noted, "Earning the trust of the investment community affirms the discipline and consistency of our execution. We remain focused on strengthening the business and creating long-term value for our stakeholders."
BDO Unibank, Inc.
BDO Unibank, Inc., the largest bank in the Philippines, was awarded the title of Best Managed Company in Financials. Nestor V. Tan, President and CEO of BDO, stated, "These recognitions underscore BDO's disciplined pursuit of operational excellence, enabled by managers across the organization who consistently lead with accountability and keep our customers' needs firmly in mind." He also received the Bronze award in the Best CEO (Philippines) category.
Conclusion
The FinanceAsia awards serve as a significant acknowledgment of the SM Group's outstanding performance and governance standards within their respective sectors. The commendations illustrate not only the dedication of these firms to business excellence but also their active engagement in sustainable practices, promoting a resilient and responsible business ecosystem in the region. SM Investments Corporation is recognized as a leader in varied sectors, including retail, banking, and property, with a stronghold in the fast-growing Philippine economy. For more information about the SM Group's endeavors, visit SM Investments Corporation.
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