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Forbes, Statista recognize SM as world’s best employer
PASAY CITY, Philippines, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — SM Investments Corporation was recognized for the fourth time in the Forbes’ World’s Best Employers 2023 list in partnership with market research firm Statista.
“Looking after the overall wellness of our employees is imperative as they are the lifeblood of our organization. Anchored on our founder’s values, we continue to nurture a positive company culture, providing purposeful work and equal growth opportunities for our people,” said SM President and Chief Executive Officer Frederic C. DyBuncio.
The recognition honors SM founder Henry Sy Sr.’s life principles, as his companies continued his legacy of providing employment opportunities to Filipinos, coinciding with SM’s 65th anniversary.
This comes on the back of the Philippines’ Best Employers list by the Philippine Daily Inquirer and Statista which recognized five SM companies, SM Prime Holdings Inc., SM Development Corporation (SMDC), SM Supermalls, SM Retail Inc. and SM Markets.
SM leaders share insights on work culture and how employees are vital to company growth and success.
“This recognition is an honor that reflects our commitment to our most valuable resource—our people. By fostering a workplace with fairness and integrity, we continuously create a positive, transparent, and creative environment,” SM Prime President Jeffrey C. Lim said.
“SM Supermalls employees are the driving force behind our business and being recognized among this list celebrates their unwavering dedication. We set a standard that defines our journey forward through a workplace culture that champions collaboration, service and innovation,” SM Supermalls President Steven T. Tan said.
“At SMDC, our people are the core of our success. This recognition is a tribute to our outstanding team, and SMDC will continue to foster a thriving environment for our employees, where their talents and aspirations are not just valued but celebrated,” SMDC President Jose Mari H. Banzon said.
True to its tagline, ‘Happy to serve,’ SM Supermarket President Jojo R. Tagbo shares how this also extends in attending to their employees’ needs.
“This award is an affirmation that a content and motivated team is the key to providing a shopping experience that’s second to none,” he said.
About SM Investments Corporation
SM Investments Corporation is one of the leading Philippine companies that is invested in market-leading businesses in retail, banking, and property. It also invests in ventures that capture high growth opportunities in the emerging Philippine economy.
SM’s retail operations are the country’s largest and most diversified, consisting of grocery stores, department stores and specialty retail stores. SM’s property arm, SM Prime Holdings, Inc., is the largest integrated property developer in the Philippines with interests in malls, residences, offices, hotels, and convention centers as well as tourism-related property developments. SM’s interests in banking are in BDO Unibank, Inc., the country’s largest bank, and China Banking Corporation, the fourth largest private domestic bank.
For more information, please visit www.sminvestments.com
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OSLO, Norway, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Aker ASA’s Board of Directors has decided to propose to the Annual General Meeting on 30 April 2025, to pay an ordinary dividend to Aker’s shareholders of NOK 26.50 per share for the fiscal year 2024, and that the Annual General Meeting authorizes the Board to adopt an additional dividend during 2025 based on the 2024 annual accounts.
Dividend amount: NOK 26.50 per share
Declared currency: NOK
Approval date: 30 April 2025
Last day including right: 30 April 2025
Ex-date: 2 May 2025
Record Date: 5 May 2025
Payment date: On or about 13 May 2025
For further information, please contact:
Investor contact:
Svein Oskar Stoknes, Chief Financial Officer Aker ASA
Tel: +47 94 80 46 43
E-mail: svein.stoknes@akerasa.com
Media contact:
Atle Kigen, Head of Media Relations and Public Affairs Aker ASA
Tel: +47 907 84 878
Email: atle.kigen@akerasa.com
This information is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to Section 5 -12 the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.
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ZUG, Switzerland, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Last week, BSV Association (BSVA) successfully participated as a Silver Sponsor at MERGE Buenos Aires, held from March 24th to 26th at the Palacio Libertad, Argentina. The event brought together leading industry experts to explore groundbreaking advancements in blockchain and Web3 technology.
As part of its commitment to driving financial inclusion and economic growth in Latin America, BSVA actively contributed to discussions on the future of blockchain applications.
Martin Coxall, Director of Growth at BSVA, participated in two key panel discussions:
- Stablecoins, CBDCs & Tokenised Cash: Implications in LatAm where discussions covered the opportunity with BSV blockchain in the region as well as the importance of monitoring the evolving regulatory situation in USA (Genius Act) & EU (MiCa).
- The Role of Web 3.0 in Modernising the State highlighting blockchain’s impact in solving societal issues in Latin America, such as identity and financial inclusion.
Martin shared that BSVA sees great potential in Argentina, Brazil and other LatAm countries, noting a growing interest in BSV with a relatively open approach to blockchain. There was significant government engagement from entities like the Central Bank of Argentina, CNV and El Salvador, as well as potential academic and strategic partnerships, including with UTN Buenos Aires and Cámara Argentina Fintech.
Eva Porras, Head of Education at BSVA delivered an insightful session titled, “Scaling for Good: How BSV is Shaping a Better World”. She highlighted how BSV’s key characteristics enable sustainable business solutions, emphasising its immutability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness as crucial for budgeting and risk management. She also introduced the new Teranode architecture, explaining its overlays and smart contract capabilities for diverse use cases. Finally, she noted how BSV ensures data integrity, fostering real knowledge and innovation to help build a better world.
Martin said, “MERGE Buenos Aires reaffirmed both the city’s and country’s commitment to digital transformation, with strong participation from government officials, blockchain experts, and industry leaders. BSVA remains dedicated to advancing the adoption of blockchain technology in Latin America and beyond.”
BSVA continues to promote trust, truth, and transparency in digital transactions, supporting the development of a more inclusive and efficient global economy.
About BSV Blockchain:
BSV Blockchain is a scalable and energy-efficient public blockchain designed for enterprise and government applications, offering unbounded scaling, low transaction fees, and robust security. BSV enables businesses to build innovative blockchain-based solutions. Focused on compliance and real-world utility, BSV supports smart contracts, tokenisation, and data integrity at a global scale. The BSV Association is a Swiss-based non-profit organisation, acting as the open-source governing body and global steward of the BSV Blockchain, dedicated to advancing its adoption and utility. It supports developers, enterprises, and governments in leveraging the BSV Blockchain.
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UNWTO Secretary-General Candidate Emphasizes Execution, Partnership, and Regional Investment
BERLIN, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Speaking at the prestigious International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) in Berlin, Sheikha Al Nowais, candidate for Secretary-General of the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), underscored the critical role of private sector leadership in shaping the future of global tourism.
In a series of high-level meetings with CEOs, institutional investors, and senior public officials, Ms. Al Nowais noted the overwhelming alignment around one central idea: the tourism industry needs leaders who bring real-world operational experience and the agility to navigate increasingly complex global market dynamics.
“The feedback I received—especially from long-standing champions of public-private collaboration—was clear,” said Al Nowais. “Now more than ever, tourism needs leadership with both vision and execution. The sector cannot afford to rely on bureaucracy alone—we must infuse policy with practical, commercial insight.”
Ms. Al Nowais, who has spent two decades in the private sector building sustainable tourism ventures across the Middle East and beyond, emphasized the importance of frameworks that are both innovative and grounded in delivery. She called for expanded investment partnerships in high-growth regions such as MENA, where tourism represents both a strategic economic lever and a vehicle for global cooperation.
The IHIF platform, which brought together hundreds of global hospitality leaders, offered a timely backdrop for Al Nowais’s candidacy, which champions regeneration, digital modernization, and inclusive governance as pillars of the next phase in tourism development.
“IHIF was an energizing reminder that this journey is not one we take alone,” she added. “What I saw in Berlin was a shared willingness to co-create the future of tourism—one built on resilience, opportunity, and partnership.”
ABOUT Sheikh Al Nowais
Sheikha Al Nowais is the only candidate in the current UNWTO Secretary-General race with deep private sector credentials and a track record of delivering on sustainability, crisis resilience, and inclusive growth. Her campaign is grounded in a reformist platform and seeks to reimagine tourism governance through equity, innovation, and action.
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