The latest study reveals that 18.9 million Filipinos aged 10 to 64 are classified as functionally illiterate, lacking basic comprehension skills. This alarming statistic calls for urgent action across all sectors. Research—including an article from Eastern Washington University—shows that...
The 13th PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards once again sets the gold standard for celebrating the nation’s finest in real estate. This year’s edition, with 69 categories, honors the most outstanding designs, developments, and developers across the country, highlighting innovation,...
Poised to transform the landscape of high-end living across the country, the launch of the Signature Series by SM Residences marks the foray of SM Prime Holdings, Inc. into the premium residential line. With SM’s three-decade track record of nation-building and community development, Signature...
Sy-led property developer SM Prime Holdings, Inc. has tapped former Senior Associate Justice Estela M. Perlas-Bernabe to be its newest Independent Director, replacing Atty. Darlene Marie B. Berberabe, who is now the Solicitor General of the Philippines. The firm said Justice Perlas-Bernabe’s...
Signature Series by SM Residences, the premium primary residential brand of SM Prime Holdings (SM Prime), is looking to launch a landmark development in Makati City by the first half of 2027 as it is now finalizing a strategic partnership with a luxury developer. In an online media briefing, SM...
SM Prime Holdings Inc. (SM Prime), the Sy family’s property development company, is investing ₱7 billion to redevelop and further expand SM Megamall, one of the Philippines’ most iconic malls, with phased completion targeted between 2027 and 2029. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock...
SM Supermalls earned 5 awards at the Marketing Excellence Awards 2025 at the Grand Hyatt in Bonifacio Global City, including Silver awards for Excellence in Relationship Management and Excellence in Public Sector Marketing. These accolades underscore the company’s constant evolution to the needs...
What began as a children’s show from Australia has grown into a global phenomenon, capturing the hearts of families and even furbabies, everywhere. If you’re a parent or guardian, chances are you’ve come across children watching, "Bluey," an animated series about two adorable dogs. Each...
Macau-based Melco Resorts & Entertainment Ltd. is talking to about two prospective buyers or investors for its City of Dreams Manila integrated resort, which it is operating using the property of Belle Corp. and the license of Premium Leisure Corp., both of the SM Group. “At the moment, as far...
Now in its third year, SM Store’s Shop&Share Movement continues to create ripples of change across the country. What began as a simple way to give back has evolved into a long-term, purpose-driven initiative that empowers customers to make a difference with every purchase. Introduced in 2023,...
SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), one of Southeast Asia’s largest integrated property developers, has retained its place in the FTSE4Good Index Series for nine consecutive years. Created by FTSE Russell, a subsidiary of the London Stock Exchange Group, the FTSE4Good Index is a globally...
The race for the title of the Philippines’ wealthiest person is tightening, with ports and casino tycoon Enrique Razon Jr. narrowing the gap on the long-reigning Sy siblings. The Sy siblings, heirs to the SM group, held onto the top spot on the 2025 Forbes list of the Philippines’ 50 Richest,...
