PASAY CITY, Philippines, March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SM Investments Corporation (SM Investments) marked two decades of transformative growth as a publicly-listed company on the Philippine Stock Exchange.
SM listed on March 22, 2005 with an adjusted price of PHP 123.27 per share. Compared to the March 21, 2025 closing price of PHP800 per share, shares of SM have grown by 549% in the last two decades. Over the course of 20 years, SM's assets grew by 900 percent, delivering a compounded annual growth of 12 percent.
In his remarks during the anniversary ceremony, SM Investments President and Chief Executive Officer Frederic C. DyBuncio said the group's remarkable growth is a testament to SM's unwavering commitment to the Filipino people and the vision of its founder, Henry Sy, Sr.
"Over the past two decades, we've consistently created value, delivering steady returns to our investors while expanding opportunities for our people and communities. This legacy of growth and value creation continues to drive us forward," Mr. DyBuncio said.
SM believes its growth is rooted in strong governance and responsible practices with its board composition predominantly composed of independent directors, providing strategic guidance to the direction of the company.
"We continue to invest in green infrastructure, embrace innovation, and support communities across the Philippines. At SM, we are focused on building a responsible, sustainable future for the generations to come," Mr. DyBuncio said.
Creating Value for Philippine Investors for the Next 20 Years
Looking ahead, Mr. DyBuncio said SM is focused on creating long-term value for investors.
"The next 20 years will see SM continue to lead in retail, property, and banking, while expanding into new regions where growth is accelerating, especially in provincial areas," he said.
SM Prime Holdings, Inc. is earmarking PHP100 billion this year for its malls, residences and hotels, driven by expectations of a sustained growth in consumer demand and corporate activity.
SM Investments announced a USD 1 billion buyback program, the largest and first in its corporate history.
"Our buyback program is a clear signal of our confidence in the future of both SM and the Philippine market. We believe in our country's potential and in the enduring value SM will continue to create for its shareholders," Mr. DyBuncio said.
Looking Ahead: SM for All
In 2024, SM expanded by an additional 619 retail stores, two malls and 73 bank branches, with over 85% of its footprint in the provinces. This brings SM's total footprint to 87 malls, 4,470 retail stores and 2,441 bank branches by end 2024. As SM expands, it continues to broaden access to different markets and enhance synergies across its businesses.
"We will continue to expand opportunities for Filipinos, providing greater access to modern retail, banking and integrated property developments that will help foster community, innovation, and sustainability for the next generation," Mr. DyBuncio said.
SM founder, Henry Sy believed that business growth and social progress go hand in hand. Guided by this principle, and through the SM Foundation, the group granted 6,619 college scholarships, built 110 school buildings, trained 32,359 farmers, served 1,314,118 patients through medical missions, and Improved 216 health and wellness centers to date.
"As we look to the future, we remain focused on inclusivity and empowerment. Our brand promise, "We've got it all for you," has served us well for years. But as we move forward, we aim to build an SM for All, one that reaches and benefits every Filipino, ensuring that our growth is shared by all," he said.
About SM Investments Corporation
SM Investments Corporation is one of the leading Philippine companies that is invested in market-leading businesses in retail, banking, and property. It also invests in ventures that capture high growth opportunities in the emerging Philippine economy.
SM's retail operations are the country's largest and most diversified, consisting of grocery stores, department stores and specialty retail stores. SM's property arm, SM Prime Holdings, Inc., is the largest integrated property developer in the Philippines with interests in malls, residences, offices, hotels, and convention centers as well as tourism-related property developments. SM's interests in banking are in BDO Unibank, Inc., the country's largest bank, and China Banking Corporation, the fourth largest private domestic bank.
For more information, please visit www.sminvestments.com
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SM marks 20 years of growth and value creation
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, March 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Anker Innovations, a global leader in mobile charging and consumer electronics, is redefining the boundaries of innovation with its latest campaign, Charge Up, SEA!—an electrifying fusion of augmented reality (AR) and computer-generated imagery (CGI) set to energize Southeast Asia. These experiences allow users to interact with technology and explore the future of charging, reinforcing Anker's leadership in global innovation.
"At Anker, our mission is to ignite possibilities through ultimate innovation," said Leon Wu, General Manager of Southeast Asia at Anker Innovations. "We've not only created products that lead the industry in performance but also ones that fundamentally change the way people engage with power. This campaign reflects our vision of an interconnected world where innovation enhances the everyday lives of Southeast Asia consumers."
Revolutionizing Charging with Anker
At the core of Charge Up, SEA! is Anker's most advanced charging lineup to date, the Anker Prime Series. This revolutionary series redefines multi-device fast charging, offering a powerful, intelligent, and interactive solution that transforms what was once a passive task into an engaging experience. Designed with extensive user insights, the Anker Prime Series is engineered to be the ultimate power source for today's fast-paced, tech-driven world, empowering users with speed, efficiency, and innovation.
This innovation powers Charge Up, SEA!, an AR-driven journey that brings Anker's cutting-edge technology to life by "charging" iconic landmarks across Southeast Asia. The visual narrative of the campaign showcases Anker Prime chargers energizing these landmarks, reflecting the brand's commitment to efficient and intelligent charging solutions. Through advanced AR technology, Anker's innovations seamlessly integrate into the cityscapes, reinforcing its position as the leader in next-generation charging while reshaping how users experience power in an increasingly connected world.
Lights Up the City's landmark with Ultimate Innovation
Starting February 27, "Charge Up, SEA!" will light up five countries—Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, and Vietnam—through immersive digital storytelling and interactive experiences. In Singapore and Malaysia, users will have the exclusive opportunity to experience Anker's AR world in person at key landmarks, while all five countries will engage with high-quality CGI videos that bring Anker Prime to life. These experiences allow users to interact with technology and explore the future of charging, reinforcing Anker's leadership in global innovation.
For the Charge Up, SEA! campaign, Anker will launch a futuristic CGI video in Vietnam. The creative concept features the supertall Landmark 81 skyscraper in Ho Chi Minh City as a physical backdrop, seamlessly integrating Anker's innovative technology with local culture, resulting in a visually striking fusion of cutting-edge technology and heritage.
In this CGI video, Anker innovatively creates a stunning virtual space, with the Anker 30W Zolo Charger acting as the key to unlock this realm. The charger powers up the Landmark 81, and thanks to its outstanding temperature control, the space is immediately enveloped in polar ice and snow. This transformation sparks an innovative interaction between the landmark and the virtual world. To further energize the virtual space, the Anker 25,000mAh 165W Power Bank, the Anker 140W Charger, and the Anker Prime 250W GaN Desktop Charger deliver a continuous flow of high-speed power, keeping the experience alive.
Engaging with the dynamic world, consumers will witness how Anker's advanced charging technology seamlessly integrates into this digital universe, providing a truly futuristic experience and a glimpse into the future of connected, intelligent charging.
Powering the Future with Limitless Possibilities
As a global pioneer in charging technologies, Anker consistently integrates user feedback and cutting-edge research to drive its innovation. With its innovations, Anker offers a glimpse into the future of sustainable, efficient power that is both portable and powerful—ideal for the modern, always-connected consumer.
As Anker expands its presence in Southeast Asia, the Charge Up, SEA! campaign reaffirms its commitment to pioneering innovation and user-centered design. By merging cutting-edge digital experiences with state-of-the-art charging technology, Anker is not just powering devices—it's reshaping how consumers connect with the future.
Anker invites consumers across Southeast Asia to experience the next generation of charging—where every city, every device, and every moment is powered by limitless possibilities.
About Anker
Anker is the world's #1 mobile charging brand and a developer of high-speed charging technologies for the home, car, and on the go. This includes wall plugs, wireless chargers, car chargers, power banks, cables, and more. Find out more about Anker at anker.com.
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Charge Up, SEA! Anker Powers Iconic Landmarks Across Southeast Asia With Immersive AR Campaign
