SM Companies Lead Fortune Southeast Asia 500 for 3rd Year
By Varun Mittal
SM Investments, BDO Unibank, and China Bank make the Fortune Southeast Asia 500 list for the third year, showcasing their strong regional economic influence and growth.
SM Group Dominates Fortune Southeast Asia 500 List
SM Investments Corporation, alongside its banking subsidiaries BDO Unibank, Inc. and China Banking Corporation, has been recognized in Fortune magazine’s Southeast Asia 500 list for the third consecutive year. This consistent inclusion highlights the SM Group’s significant scale and resilience, cementing its role in the region’s economic growth.
Key Rankings & Impact
- SM Investments ranked 2nd among Philippine companies and 28th regionally.
- BDO Unibank secured the 5th position among Philippine firms and 52nd regionally.
- China Banking Corporation placed 161st on the overall regional list.
- The list featured 42 Philippine companies in total.
Sustained Growth in Southeast Asia
The Fortune Southeast Asia 500 provides an annual overview of the region’s largest companies, ranking them by their revenue from the preceding fiscal year. SM Investments has maintained its presence on this prestigious list since its inception in 2024.
Frederic C. DyBuncio, President and CEO of SM Investments, emphasized the critical contribution of businesses like theirs to inclusive growth and the strengthening of Southeast Asia’s economic and trade environment. The SM Group’s diverse investments across retail, banking, and property continue to drive this impact.