Aboitiz Equity Ventures powers through with strong growth and resilience in 2025

Aboitiz Equity Ventures, Inc. (AEV) showed resilience in the first half of 2025 despite a slow start in the opening months. The company’s performance improved significantly in the second quarter, highlighting the strength of its diversified businesses and their ability to adapt to changing market demands.

As the portfolio manager of the Aboitiz Group, AEV remains committed to fostering growth, improving operational efficiency, and making strategic investments that support the Philippines’ economic development as the country’s first techglomerate.

“Our results this quarter demonstrate the strength of a well-diversified portfolio,” said Sabin M. Aboitiz, AEV President and CEO. “We remain committed to managing our businesses with discipline, resilience, and innovation not only to deliver value to our shareholders, but also to help drive the Philippine economy forward.”

AboitizPower continued to play a vital role by keeping all power plants fully operational, ensuring a stable and reliable electricity supply that underpins the nation’s economy.

Aboitiz Foods recorded solid gains with better margins and overall performance. The Coca-Cola Europacific Aboitiz Philippines, Inc. (CCEAP) also contributed positively, adding to the diversity of AEV’s portfolio.

UnionBank maintained its strong momentum through robust lending growth, an improved funding mix, and leadership in digital banking, reinforcing its market position.

Aboitiz InfraCapital expanded its infrastructure projects and improved efficiencies across its airport, water, and economic estate operations, preparing for further growth ahead.

Aboitiz Land also continued to deliver quality and affordable homes to its communities, while Republic Cement partnered with stakeholders to support and strengthen the local cement industry.

“While we faced headwinds early in the year, our businesses are well-positioned to capture opportunities and sustain growth,” Aboitiz added.

“The discipline, innovation, and resilience of our teams across the group are what enable us to deliver real impact for our stakeholders and the country.”

Looking ahead, AEV plans to harness the combined strengths of its portfolio to promote inclusive growth and uplift communities, aligning its strategies with its mission to advance business and improve lives across the Philippines.