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Other Philippine companies appearing on the list include:
San Miguel has a workforce of 56,622 employees, giving its ranking extra weight in domestic and global comparison.
What the rankings reflect
Forbes, in partnership with Statista, surveys hundreds of thousands of employees across more than 50 countries. Eligible companies employ over 1,000 people and operate across multiple global regions. Respondents rate their own employer (or past employers) and assess criteria such as pay, career opportunities, work-life balance, reputation, and likelihood of recommending to others.
Forbes then weights responses over three years, with greater emphasis on recent data. The top 900 firms become part of the World’s Best Employers list.
Why this matters
San Miguel’s ascent to global top ranks signals increasing competitiveness of Philippine firms in the global talent market. For a conglomerate with interests spanning food, energy, infrastructure, and consumer goods, the ranking boosts its employer brand internationally.
Local firms ranked below serve as a benchmark: many large Philippine corporates are now on the global map.
As talent becomes more mobile, and work-life expectations evolve, firms that lead in employee experience can gain in retention and reputation. San Miguel’s entry at 42nd place provides a yardstick for how far Philippine firms need to go to compete globally — not just in operations or revenue, but in workplace culture and employee satisfaction. — Daxim L. Lucas | Ed: Corrie S. Narisma
