Companies

Metro Distribution Center opens in Santa Rosa City

Metro Retail Stores Group Inc. (MRSGI) celebrated a significant leap forward in its expansion endeavors with the inauguration of a distribution center in Santa Rosa City, Laguna. The ceremony marked not only the commencement of operations at the facility but also a defining moment for MRSGI’s Luzon growth initiative. Spanning a modern facility of three hectares, the Metro Distribution Center …

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Alfie Alley Year 2 – The Ultimate Celebration of Street Culture, Art, Music and Drinks Returns with Alfonso Brandy 

With the echoes of last year’s resounding success still reverberating, Alfonso Brandy is thrilled to announce the highly-anticipated return of Alfie Alley in its second year. This nationwide event is poised to ignite the streets of Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao with the electrifying energy of street culture, music, art, and the unmatched taste of Alfonso Brandy.  In 2023, Alfie Alley …

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Pursuing education despite the odds

These SM scholar alumi are now steps closer to their dreams In the Philippines, a significant number of students often face uncertain paths to higher education, especially those from low-income communities. Often, the pressing need to support their families leads them to consider skipping college altogether and entering the workforce straight out of high school. At one point, this could …

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3,000 beneficiaries reached in Laguna, Bohol medical missions 

With the rising prevalence of diseases straining healthcare systems, preventive healthcare has become an urgent priority to identify and address potential health issues before they develop. Early detection and intervention are key to stopping health problems in their tracks, leading to better health outcomes and a lighter burden on both individuals and healthcare systems. Amidst this, SM Foundation continues its mission …

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PhilCare study: Pinoy GenZs choose to hustle, while Gens X and Y eye safer paths to retirement

A study by leading HMO provider PhilCare today said that workers are confident about retirement, although generations of Filipinos are choosing to prepare for their proverbial rides to sunset in their own different ways. For most who belong to the older millennials and Generation X, their ideal way to prepare for retirement is by working in a traditional office setting …

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Bridging the Future with MIAS 2024: NOW OPEN!

The Philippines’ premier automotive event is back, even bigger and bolder than ever! The Manila International Auto Show 2024 (MIAS) returns to showcase the best of the automotive industry and its future, elevating the industry to newer heights! For the first time in MIAS history, this event will be held in TWO mega-venues: the World Trade Center Metro Manila and …

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One drop of blood, countless lifelines

Many of us encounter news of blood donation drives organized by companies and institutions alongside the Philippine Red Cross or the Department of Health’s Blood Bank. But the question lingers: Why are these drives essential, and where does the donated blood ultimately go? The answer lies in a critical medical infrastructure – blood banks.  These facilities act as a lifeline, …

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One drop of blood, countless lifelines

SM Group employees work alongside a Philippine Red Cross volunteer to prepare donated blood for storage in the blood bank. Their efforts help alleviate the current blood shortage, one vital blood bag at a time. Many of us encounter news of blood donation drives organized by companies and institutions alongside the Philippine Red Cross or the Department of Health’s Blood …

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BingoPlus continues to show support for various forms of entertainment

BingoPlus, your comprehensive entertainment and amusement platform and the first online Bingo app in the country, continues to show support to local celebrations as it took part in the XentroMall Pinoy Fiesta Caravan event last March 18, 2024. Flying all the way to Calapan City in Oriental Mindoro, BingoPlus made sure to bring enough entertainment for the event’s attendees and …

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Customer-centric strategies make PAL’s 2023 income soar

By Rose de la Cruz A strong customer-centric strategy, which resulted in loyal patronage for legacy carrier, Philippine Airlines, enabled its income to soar to a record 92 percent rise in 2023 of $379 million. The robust financial performance was also traved to efficiency of employees. For 2024, PAL is looking to expand in 2024 its flight service routes. It …

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