Corporate

The Philippine Startup Week (PHSW) returns in 2025 with its signature theme of bayanihan — the Filipino spirit of community and collaboration — at the heart of the country’s growing innovation ecosystem. Since its beginning, PHSW has served as a platform for startups, investors, corporations, and academic institutions to come together and build stronger partnerships that drive economic growth and technological advancement.

SM Investments Corp. (SM Investments), the parent company of the SM Group, has once again received the prestigious 5 Golden Arrow Award from the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD), marking its second consecutive year of achieving the highest distinction for corporate governance excellence.

Manulife Philippines has won the Most Creative Marketing Campaign in the Philippines at the InsuranceAsia News Country Awards for Excellence 2025.

Metro Retail Stores Group, Inc. (MRSGI) has unveiled Metro Corner, a new premium lifestyle store concept aimed at redefining convenience for urban communities.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has cautioned the public against investment solicitations involving the establishment of fitness gyms disguised as franchise or co-franchise agreements.