The Sy family-led conglomerate ranked third among the ten Philippine firms on the global list that was topped by Ayala Corp. in the domestic edition. It was joined by affiliate China Banking Corp. at No. 7 in the Philippines.
The citation follows SM Investments’ earlier inclusion in TIME’s Asia-Pacific Best Companies 2025, building on its 2024 recognition.
Management’s view
“This recognition inspires us to keep strengthening our efforts in creating value for our stakeholders and contributing positively to our communities,” said SM Investments president and chief executive officer Frederic DyBuncio.
“It also reflects our balanced approach to growth, delivering strong results for shareholders while also fostering long-term value and resilience for employees, partners, and communities.”
TIME’s World’s Best Companies highlights top global performers across industries. T
he selection process involved revenue growth analysis over the past three years, employee satisfaction surveys, and sustainability metrics, limited to companies with at least $100 million in annual revenue.
—Edited by Miguel R. Camus
