01 Apr
2022
Tagaytay Highlands Provides Salient Home Considerations Underscored in Global Buyer Survey
Results of a global buyer survey recently disclosed that since the pandemic hit two years ago, a number of Filipinos have moved houses, driven by the need for outdoor space and a
01 Apr
2022
Embracing the Coastal Lifestyle in Hamilo Coast
All throughout the previously-unimaginable and drastic behavioral shifts brought about by the pandemic the past two years, the world has realized an oft-neglected aspect of human life: the need to
21 Mar
2022
SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) Partners with the Kris+ Lifestyle Rewards App by Singapore Airlines
SM Hotels and Conventions Corp (SMHCC) recently partnered with Kris+ Lifestyle Rewards App by Singapore Airlines, to extend exclusive privileges to guests of SMHCC properties. This partnership is aligned with
14 Mar
2022
SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation (SMHCC) to Open SMX Convention Center Clark
SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) is set to open another iconic convention property, SMX Convention Center Clark this coming May 2022. The expansion of SMHCC’s brand portfolio in Central
07 Mar
2022
SM Hotel Properties, Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo and Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod Help Vaccinate More Ilonggos and Bacolodnons
In response to the call for solidarity in these uncertain times, Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo and Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod extended their support to the Visayas region by
01 Mar
2022
Serenity and scenery: Summer in Tagaytay Highlands
After cocooning indoors for nearly two summers, people are raring to break free and head for the great outdoors—to a mountain aerie that spells a summer-in-the-mountains experience: multiple contrasting nature
21 Feb
2022
SM Prime’s Net Income Reported PHP21.8 Billion in 2021
SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), one of the leading integrated property developers in Southeast Asia, reported a PHP6.2 billion consolidated net income in the fourth quarter of 2021. The Company’s consolidated revenues registered PHP25.5 billion, which is 20% higher from PHP21.2 billion in the same period being reviewed. Likewise, consolidated operating income increased by 67% to PHP10.8 billion in the fourth quarter of 2021 from PHP6.5 billion in 2020.
07 Feb
2022
Horizon Terraces Garden Villas: In-Demand Flexible Homes with Picturesque Views
Lush naturescapes have often been taken for granted for their sheer accessibility. That is, until a pandemic kept most Filipinos cloistered at home for two years and are now yearning to reconnect with nature. With studies showing that appreciating beautiful nature views promotes better mental health and a more positive outlook in life, property seekers are manifesting a growing preference for flexible homes with their own garden or ample backyard space.
04 Jan
2022
Tagaytay Highlands’ 2022 Outlook Bullish, Buoyed by DHSUD Award
Tagaytay Highlands ushers in the New Year with a special recognition from the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) hailing its developer Highlands Prime, Inc. (HPI), a subsidiary of SM Prime Holdings, as one of CALABARZON’s 2021 Outstanding Developers for Open Market Projects.
20 Dec
2021
SMX Convention Center Named Best Convention Center in The Philippines
SMX Convention Center Manila was recently named by World M.I.C.E Awards as the Best Convention Center in the Philippines for 2021. World M.I.C.E. Awards is an annual citation to honor the outstanding leaders in the M.I.C.E. (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) industry.
17 Jul
2006
SM group to conclude talks with hotel investors by yearend
SM group to conclude talks with hotel investors by yearend- BusinessWorldAuthor: Ruby Anne M. Rubio Sy-led holding firm SM Investments Corp. expects to conclude by yearend talks with international hotel
17 Jul
2006
SM Group convinces Davao council to review tax code
Davao City- This city’s legislative council has decided to review the new Davao City tax code, approved in November last year, following a request made by representatives of retail giant SM Prime Holdings.
17 Jul
2006
SM Buying 2 PriceSmart Stores
The SM Group, which has the country’s biggest chain of department stores and supermarkets, is in the thick of negotiations with PSMT Philippines for the purchase of two PriceSmart outlets, a source said.
10 Jul
2006
SM Group forms finance company
SM Group forms finance companyBy Jennifer B. Austria Retail magnate Henry Sy has formed a financial holding company called Syntrix Holdings Corp. to assist in SM Group’s real estate transactions
05 Jul
2006
6,000 Pasay residents find jobs at Mall of Asia
The opening of SM’s Mall of Asia has provided jobs to least 6,000 unemployed residents of Pasay City.
26 Jun
2006
Metrobank, SM Prime sign P3-B notes float deal
Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. and publicly listed SM Prime Holdings, Inc have signed a facility agreement for the issuance of P3 billion worth of SM Prime floating rate notes (FRN) due 2011.
22 Jun
2006
SM to focus on 4 property projects
SM Investments Corp.’s newly formed will focus in developing the central business park along Roxas Blvd, its Tagaytay properties, Hamilo Coast, a new residential resort complex in Batangas, and the mall-anchored residential projects.
14 Jun
2006
SM group finalizes acquisition of supermarket units
Conglomerate SM Investments Corp. (SMIC) has finalized the acquisition of the supermarket and hypermarket operations of its affiliate firms through a share-swap deal with majority shareholders.
14 Jun
2006
SMIC absorbs supermarkets
SM Investments Corp. of taipan Henry Sy Sr. will absorb its supermarket and hypermarket businesses through a share swap deal valued at roughly P12.5-P13 billion.
13 Jun
2006
SM Prime to fast-track Bacolod mall development
SM Prime Holdings, operator of the SM Malls, is expecting early completion of the construction of its shopping center project in Bacolod City. Instead of finishing early next year, the new mall might open before the end of 2006.