MANILA, PHILIPPINES – SM Investments, the flagship of the SM Group, was lauded with seven major accolades at the prestigious 15th Asian Excellence Awards hosted by Corporate Governance Asia, a leading publication dedicated to corporate governance trends and practices across the region.
The awards recognized SM Investments’ sustained excellence in corporate leadership, financial stewardship, stakeholder engagement, and environmental responsibility. This year’s theme, “The Role of Asian Corporations to Climate Neutrality,” placed a spotlight on the integral role of businesses in shaping a transparent and climate-resilient future – a challenge SM Investments continues to meet with resolve and innovation.
Topping the list of individual recognitions, Frederic C. DyBuncio, President and Chief Executive Officer of SM Investments, was named Asia’s Best CEO, reflecting his strong strategic vision and leadership in steering the conglomerate through evolving business landscapes. In a rare dual honor, Executive Vice Presidents Erwin G. Pato and Franklin C. Gomez were co-awarded Asia’s Best CFO, a nod to the company’s sound financial governance and disciplined fiscal management.
Commenting on the recognition, DyBuncio said, “We are deeply honored by these awards, which reflect the collective effort of our people across the SM Group. Our commitment to long-term value creation, sustainability, and sound governance remains core to how we operate and grow.”
Beyond leadership accolades, SM Investments also secured the following distinctions:
- Sustainable Asia Award
- Asia’s Best Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
- Best Corporate Communications
- Best Investor Relations Company (Philippines)
Notably, this marks the second consecutive year that SM Investments has earned all seven awards – an affirmation of its consistent performance and integrity in both financial and non-financial spheres.
