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On August 12, SM City Daet hosted the 500th SM Job Fair , marking a major milestone in SM Supermalls’ nationwide advocacy to make employment accessible. Since its inception, the nationwide program has connected approximately 330,000 jobseekers with thousands of employers, resulting in more than 42,000 applicants hired on the spot (HOTS). In partnership with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), local Public Employment Service Offices (PESO), and industry partners, SM Supermalls continues to utilize its nationwide mall footprint to shorten the distance between talent and opportunity. Bridging Technical Skills and Careers with TESDA To address the evolving needs of modern industries, SM Supermalls collaborated with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) to host the World Café of Opportunities (WCO) for National Tech-Voc Day. At the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall on August 24, over 1,000 jobseekers connected with 54 employers offering more than 4,000 opport...

Mall operator sustains portfolio transformation reinforced with customer-obsessed strategy following strong H1 business performance   SM Supermalls delivered record revenues in the first half the year, expanding 8% to P41.8 billion from P38.6 billion. Its exceptional performance was driven by higher leasable space and tenant sign-ups, along with steady foot traffic.  Total gross leasable area grew 3 percent to 5.1 million square meters from 5.0 million square meters, while the number of tenants rose 4 percent to 23,174 from 22,192. Average daily foot traffic was steady at 3.7 million.   “Our growth reflects the enduring trust of our tenants and shoppers. Despite macroeconomic headwinds, they continue to find value in the variety of our offerings and the strong sense of community in our malls,” said SM Supermalls President Steven Tan. “This gives us confidence to keep investing in spaces and experiences that respond to their changing needs.” SM’s Transformation J...

For millions of Filipinos navigating EDSA, the daily commute is becoming safer, more seamless, and more convenient. As SM Supermalls continues its transformation journey beyond retail and shared spaces, its malls are evolving to make transit connectivity easier for everyday commuters. Through dedicated pedestrian infrastructure—developed in coordination with the Department of Transportation (DOTr), Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), and Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA)—SM is addressing key commuter pain points along Metro Manila's busiest thoroughfare. SM Megamall EDSA Busway Concourse and Pedestrian Bridge The completion of the SM Megamall EDSA Busway Link connects SM Megamall directly to the Ortigas station of the EDSA Bus Carousel. Shorter Walking Distance: Replaces the need to navigate the congested MRT-3 footbridge, providing a direct route to bus platforms. All-Weather Protection: Features a fully covered, elevated enclosed pedestrian bridge spa...

Learning knows no age. At SM City Baguio, children and senior citizens came together to discover the possibilities of Artificial Intelligence (AI) during an interactive learning session held in partnership with the Department of Information and Communications Technology – Cordillera Administrative Region (DICT-CAR).   More than an introduction to emerging technology, the session created a space where generations could learn together, ask questions, and discover how AI can be used responsibly in everyday life. 10-year-old Jacob Jimenez raises questions during the AI learning session, exploring how Artificial Intelligence can support learning and creativity. For young participants, the activity encouraged curiosity and creativity, showing how AI can support learning and inspire new ideas. Ten-year-old Jacob Jimenez, a Grade 5 student, was eager to explore more. “I want to know more about AI because it is futuristic technology. I tried a game where you have to use AI, and I also made...

A coconut may be familiar, but what Filipino entrepreneurs are doing with it is anything but. Mounted by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in partnership with the Department of Agriculture–Philippine Coconut Authority (DA-PCA) and supported by the Coconut Farmers and Industry Development Plan (CFIDP), the DTI-Bagong Pilipinas COCONUTPhilippines Trade Fair 2026 brought together around 300 coconut MSMEs nationwide at the SMX Convention Center Manila . Through SM Supermalls' SM for MSMEs program, homegrown coco-preneurs received a high-visibility marketplace to showcase their creative ideas and zero-waste innovations. Here are five discoveries that showcase the versatile future of the Philippines' "tree of life": 1. One coconut, endless possibilities Elmer Marbello of Marbello’s Processed Foods Manufacturing has developed around 40 products utilizing every part of the crop, including coconut liniment and coconut bagoong made from remnants. Meanwhile, Adrian Ram...

  As ridership on the EDSA Bus Carousel increases, infrastructure evolves to meet daily demand Commuters no longer have to take the inconvenient walk across EDSA to arrive at the SM Megamall station Download the video or GIF here Every day, over 170,000 commuters board the EDSA Bus Carousel to get to work, school, and everywhere in between – and this passenger count continues to climb. As more Filipinos turn to the EDSA busway as their daily mode of transportation, the infrastructure around its busiest stations is being pushed to keep pace, with one of the initiatives being a direct walkway linking the bus station to SM Megamall. The SM Megamall EDSA Busway Concourse, which opened to the public on April 2026, is an elevated, weather-protected walkway that connects the EDSA Bus Carousel’s SM Megamall station to SM Megamall Building A, eliminating the need for commuters to traverse the lengthy stretch across EDSA. It houses escalators and elevators to ensure convenient access for al...