Hong Kong-based FinanceAsia has named SM Investments Corp. (SM Investments) as the Best Large Cap Company in the Philippines in its Best Companies Poll 2025 program. The recognition comes as SM Investments marks its 20th listing anniversary, a significant milestone in the company’s growth journey.
Since its listing in 2005, SM Investments has seen a 770 percent increase in market capitalization, reaching P1.1 trillion by the end of 2024, up from P127 billion. The company’s outstanding corporate performance was evaluated by Asia’s leading investors and financial analysts, highlighting its strong commitment to creating long-term value for shareholders.
Frederic C. DyBuncio, president and CEO of SM Investments, expressed gratitude for the recognition, emphasizing the company’s dedication to sustainable growth. In addition to winning the Best Large Cap Company award, SM Investments excelled in the Conglomerates and Investor Relations categories and was named among the Most Committed to ESG companies, further underscoring its leadership in corporate governance.
Within the SM group, other notable recognitions included BDO Unibank in the Financials category, SM Prime in Real Estate, and Investor Relations, along with a Gold Award for SM Prime CFO John Nai Peng Ong. SM Investments vice chairperson Teresita Sy-Coson and SM Prime President Jeffrey Lim were also named among the Best CEOs.
The FinanceAsia Best Companies Poll, now in its 25th year, remains a prestigious benchmark for corporate excellence in Asia.
