Hong Kong-based financial publication FinanceAsia has honored four companies within the SM Group in its highly regarded Asia's Best Companies 2026 poll. This recognition is based on comprehensive assessments by institutional investors and financial analysts across the region, evaluating corporate performance and governance standards over the past twelve months.
Prestigious Awards Across Multiple Categories
The distinguished companies include SM Investments Corporation, the parent company of the SM Group, along with SM Retail, Inc., SM Prime Holdings, Inc., and BDO Unibank, Inc. Together, these entities secured an impressive total of eight awards, highlighting their leadership in various sectors.
SM Investments Corporation's Triple Recognition
SM Investments Corporation achieved Gold awards for Best Large Cap Company and Most Committed to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives. Additionally, the company earned a Silver award for Best Managed Company in the Conglomerates category within the Philippines.
Frederic C. DyBuncio, President and CEO of SM Investments, expressed gratitude, stating, "We appreciate the recognition. It reflects our continued focus on delivering consistent results and creating long-term value for our stakeholders through disciplined execution."
SM Retail's Dual Honors
SM Retail was acclaimed as Best Managed Company in both the Retail and Consumer Durables & Apparel categories. Jonathan Ng, President of SM Retail, commented, "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's Real Estate Excellence
SM Prime Holdings, Inc. was recognized as Best Managed Company in Real Estate. Jeffrey C. Lim, President of SM Prime, noted, "Earning the trust of the investment community affirms the discipline and consistency of our execution. We are grateful for this vote of confidence and remain focused on strengthening the business and creating long-term value for our stakeholders."
BDO Unibank's Financial Leadership
BDO Unibank, Inc. was honored as Best Managed Company in Financials. Furthermore, Nestor V. Tan, President and CEO of BDO, received a Bronze award in the Best CEO (Philippines) category. Tan remarked, "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."
About FinanceAsia and the SM Group
FinanceAsia is a leading capital markets publication that extensively covers Asia's business, sustainability, technology, and financial landscapes. Its annual poll is a benchmark for corporate excellence in the region.
SM Investments Corporation stands as one of the Philippines' foremost companies, with significant investments in market-leading businesses across retail, banking, and property sectors. The corporation also strategically invests in ventures that capitalize on high-growth opportunities within the emerging Philippine economy.
The SM Group's retail operations are the largest and most diversified in the country, encompassing:
- Grocery stores
- Department stores
- Specialty retail stores
SM Prime Holdings, Inc., the group's property arm, is the Philippines' largest integrated property developer. Its portfolio includes:
- Malls
- Residences
- Offices
- Hotels and convention centers
- Tourism-related property developments
In banking, SM's interests are represented by BDO Unibank, Inc., the country's largest bank, and China Banking Corporation, the fourth largest private domestic bank. This diverse portfolio underscores the group's robust presence and influence in the Philippine economic landscape.
