The Rizal Weekly Post

Max Out the Super September Sale at SM Malls in the East Metro

East of Metro Manila, Philippines - Get ready to make the most of the month with the Super September Sale at SM Malls in the East Metro! Happening on September 18, 19, and 20, it’s the perfect opportunity to shop, save, and enjoy more of what’s in store with up to 50% off on select items.

Planning ahead for the holidays? Start your Christmas shopping early and tick gifts off your list before the December rush. You can also stock up on rainy season essentials, refresh your wardrobe, or simply treat yourself to great finds at prices that make it easier to get more for less. Whether you’re shopping for the family or looking for something just for you, there’s plenty of reason to make your weekend all for you.

Make your September shopping trip even more exciting and max out your savings while exploring the stores and offers at your favorite SM mall. It’s also the perfect excuse to gather your family or friends, head out for a day of shopping, dining, and gala to the max!

Don’t miss the Super September Sale on September 18, 19, and 20 at SM City Marikina, SM City Masinag, and SM City San Mateo. Shop your must-haves, discover great finds, and make the most of the sale while it lasts!

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About SM Supermalls
SM Supermalls is one of Southeast Asia's largest mall developers and operators, with 90 malls in the Philippines and 9 in China. For generations, SM has grown alongside Filipino communities by creating destinations where people, businesses, and opportunities come together.

Through "My SM," SM continues to evolve with the changing lifestyles and needs of Filipino communities, reimagining the mall experience through thoughtfully designed spaces, better connectivity, innovative digital conveniences, and meaningful experiences that foster connection and strengthen communities.

My SM. Your Most Loved Supermall.

Make It a Day to Remember with Lolo and Lola at SM Malls in the East Metro

East of Metro Manila, Philippines - Grandparents’ Day is a wonderful time to bring the family together and celebrate Lolo and Lola with the people who mean the most to them. Make the day extra special with good food, fun activities, music, and plenty of opportunities to create new memories together at SM Malls in the East Metro.

Start the celebration with memories you can look back on. Take Lolo and Lola to a photo booth and capture candid smiles, funny poses, and classic family photos that they can treasure at photo booths like Life Four Cuts in SM City Masinag, SM City San Mateo and Photo Objet at SM City Marikina.

For active Lolo and Lola, enjoy a friendly game of pickleball or badminton together at the fun courts in SM City Marikina and SM Center Antipolo Downtown. Whether they’re seasoned players or simply up for trying something new, it’s a fun way to stay active and bond with the family.

Of course, no family celebration is complete without a shared feast. Gather around the table at your favorite restaurants and let the stories flow between bites. From family favorites to new dishes everyone can discover, mealtimes are always better when shared with Lolo and Lola.

For a little nostalgia, catch music buskers performing songs from the yesteryears. Sing along to familiar tunes, reminisce about old memories, and maybe even have an impromptu dance. A Public Piano is also free to play, giving Lolo and Lola a chance to enjoy a tune, play a favorite song, or share a musical moment with the family.

For a classic bonding experience, head to SM Cinema and enjoy a little cinema nostalgia. Rediscover the magic of watching a great story together, just like the good old days.

From photos and feel-good activities to family meals, familiar songs, and nostalgic movies, there are plenty of ways to max out the celebration. After all, the best gifts for Lolo and Lola are often the simplest ones: time, laughter, and moments spent together.

Make Grandparents’ Day an all-for-you celebration for the people who have given so much to your family. Spend Lolo and Lola’s special day at your most-loved malls in the East Metro: SM City Marikina, SM City Masinag, SM City San Mateo, and SM Center Antipolo Downtown, where every family moment can become a memory worth keeping.

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About SM Supermalls
SM Supermalls is one of Southeast Asia's largest mall developers and operators, with 90 malls in the Philippines and 9 in China. For generations, SM has grown alongside Filipino communities by creating destinations where people, businesses, and opportunities come together.

Through "My SM," SM continues to evolve with the changing lifestyles and needs of Filipino communities, reimagining the mall experience through thoughtfully designed spaces, better connectivity, innovative digital conveniences, and meaningful experiences that foster connection and strengthen communities.

My SM. Your Most Loved Supermall.

SM Group receives 15 Philippine Quill Awards for stakeholder communications

PASAY CITY, Philippines, 07 September 2026 — SM Group companies received 15 Philippine Quill Awards, including six Excellence Awards, for communications programs spanning community engagement, customer service, financial education, investor relations and digital communications.

The awards went to SM Investments Corporation, the parent company of the SM Group, and businesses across the Group, including SM Foundation, Inc., SM Supermalls (Shopping Center Management Corporation), BDO Unibank, Inc., China Banking Corporation and Signature Series by SM Residences (Signatures Development Corp).

“Good communication helps people understand what our businesses do and why it matters to them,” said Frederic C. DyBuncio, President and Chief Executive Officer of SM Investments. “These awards reflect the work across the Group to communicate clearly with the customers, investors, partners and communities we serve.”

SM Foundation received four awards, including three Excellence Awards. Its “Utilizing Social Good as a Force for Transformation” campaign received Excellence Awards for Community Relations and Corporate Social Responsibility, while Stories Online: Transforming Lives Through Heartfelt Storytelling received an Excellence Award for Social Media. Its social good report was also recognized under Publications.

“Communication is an important part of strengthening the impact of development programs,” said Debbie Sy, Executive Director of SM Foundation. “It helps communities understand the opportunities available to them, gives people a voice, and brings partners closer to our mission. That is what spreading social good means to us, using communication to help social good initiatives reach and engage more people.”

BDO received four awards, including three Excellence Awards. “Life Insurance: The Key to Heaven?”and “Tuloy ang Plano: Making Plan B a Family Necessity” received Excellence Awards for Marketing, Advertising and Brand Communication, while “Your Child’s Dreams Need a Plan B” received an Excellence Award for Audio/Visual Communication. BDO Remit’s “Alagang Kabayan: Where Every Kabayan Belongs” was also recognized for Social Media.

SM Investments was recognized for SM In Focus, a group-wide online channel as part of SM’s evolving approach to stakeholder communication, leveraging on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok to provide timely, structured, and relevant insights on the group’s operations and impact.

SM Supermalls received three awards for Active Hub, Mindanao and International Coastal 2025, covering Community Relations and Corporate Social Responsibility.

“Our programs begin with understanding what our customers and communities need,” said Steven Tan, President of SM Supermalls. “Communication helps us listen, respond and keep improving how we serve them.”

Chinabank received two awards. Its Investor Relations: Focused on Value campaign was recognized for Financial Communication and Investor Relations, while My CBC Campaign: An App Fit for Beauty Queens was recognized for Marketing, Advertising and Brand Communication.

Signature Series was recognized for “Setting a New Mark in Premium Residential Living” under Marketing, Advertising and Brand Communication.

Organized by the International Association of Business Communicators Philippines (IABC), the Philippine Quill Awards recognize communication programs and practices across organizations in the country. This year’s winners were selected from more than 800 entries evaluated against IABC standards.

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About SM Investments Corporation
SM Investments Corporation (SM) is an owner-operator of market-leading businesses in retail, banking, and property, with investments in high-growth opportunities in the Philippine economy. Through its portfolio, SM generates resilient cash flows and reinvests with discipline to compound value over the long term.

Its retail operations are the largest and most diversified in the country. Its property arm, SM Prime Holdings, Inc., is the largest integrated property developer in the Philippines. Its banking interests include BDO Unibank, Inc., the country’s largest bank, and China Banking Corporation, one of the country’s largest private domestic banks.

For more information, please visit www.sminvestments.com

SM Group receives 12 Stevie® Awards for reporting and community programs

PASAY CITY, Philippines, 20 August 2026 — The SM Group received 12 Stevie Awards at the 2026 International Business Awards, with recognition spanning parent-company reporting and programs delivered through its malls and communities.

SM Investments Corporation, the parent company of the SM Group, received four awards. It won Gold Stevies in the Conglomerates (Large) and Best Annual Report (Publicly Held Corporations) categories for its 2025 Integrated Report.

Its 2025 Sustainability Report received Bronze for Best Sustainability Report. The SM Sustainability School also received Bronze under Sustainability Initiative of the Year in Asia, Australia and New Zealand.

“Clear reporting gives investors and other stakeholders a better view of how we make decisions, manage the business and plan for the long term,” said Frederic C. DyBuncio, President and Chief Executive Officer of SM Investments. “The other awards show how that same sense of responsibility is carried through by our businesses in the communities they serve.”

That work can be seen across the eight awards received by SM Supermalls.

“People experience a mall through the things they do there, not through what we say about it,” said SM Supermalls President Steven T. Tan. “A place to read, an event that brings local art to more people, or a program that makes the mall easier to use can make a practical difference to a community.”

The Philippine International Pyromusical Competition won Gold for Brand Experience of the Year (Consumer), while the Find Your SM campaign received Silver in the same category.

The SM Green Movement won Silver for Achievement in Corporate Social Responsibility. The SM Cares Coastal Cleanup initiative received Silver for Achievement in Environment, while SM Cares: A Mall for All received Silver for Achievement in Diversity and Inclusion.

The SM Cares Book Nook received Bronze for Most Innovative Creative Project. The program makes space in malls for people to read and share books. The Empowering Communities campaign was also recognized under Corporate Social Responsibility Program of the Year in Asia, Australia and New Zealand.

SM Mindanao Art received Bronze in the Corporate and Community (Community Engagement Event) category, giving Mindanaoan artists and their work a wider public audience.
More than 300 business professionals took part in two months of judging. Winners were determined from their average scores.
The International Business Awards, now in their 23rd year, recognize organizations, executives, entrepreneurs and teams worldwide.

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About SM Investments Corporation
SM Investments Corporation (SM) is an owner-operator of market-leading businesses in retail, banking, and property, with investments in high-growth opportunities in the Philippine economy. Through its portfolio, SM generates resilient cash flows and reinvests with discipline to compound value over the long term.

Its retail operations are the largest and most diversified in the country. Its property arm, SM Prime Holdings, Inc., is the largest integrated property developer in the Philippines. Its banking interests include BDO Unibank, Inc., the country’s largest bank, and China Banking Corporation, one of the country’s largest private domestic banks.

For more information, please visit www.sminvestments.com