SM Investments Honored for Championing Transparency in Sustainability

SM Investments Corporation (SM Investments), the holding company of the SM Group, continues to set the standard in responsible business as it received the Platinum Award for Asia’s Best Materiality Reporting at the 11th Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards (ASRA) held at the Grand Hyatt Singapore. The company’s Integrated Report 2024 was also named a finalist for Asia’s Best Integrated Report (Large Company), underscoring its consistent commitment to integrating sustainability into every facet of its operations.

PPP C For SM Investments, sustainability is not merely a disclosure requirement—it is a philosophy embedded in how the company creates long-term value for stakeholders. “We see sustainability as an ongoing journey of creating impact that endures,” said Frederic C. DyBuncio, President and Chief Executive Officer of SM Investments. “This recognition strengthens our resolve to remain transparent and accountable as we deliver meaningful value to our customers, partners, and communities across the country.”

The Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards, organized by CSRWorks International, is recognized as the region’s most prestigious platform for honoring excellence in sustainability reporting. This year’s competition gathered top companies from 17 countries, representing diverse industries and reporting frameworks. Each entry underwent a rigorous multi-stage evaluation that included peer assessments, reputation checks, and stakeholder feedback—making SM’s recognition a testament to its authenticity and leadership in sustainability transparency.

According to Rajesh Chhabara, Founder of the Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards and Managing Director of CSRWorks, SM Investments’ win highlights its deep understanding of how sustainability drives long-term growth. “Their report reflects excellence in sustainability reporting and a genuine commitment to transparency as a cornerstone of responsible business,” he said.

Through its clear communication of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance, SM Investments continues to inspire confidence and trust, proving that sustainability and success go hand in hand—creating a legacy of shared progress for generations to come.