AEV drives growth with Q2 rebound
Its stellar quarter-on-quarter turnaround, powered by AEV’s strategic investments, highlights the conglomerate’s resilience and ability to adapt swiftly to changing market conditions, as well as its unwavering commitment to drive progress as the country’s first techglomerate.
Asian food and agribusinesses giant Aboitiz Foods delivered stronger margins and improved operations in the first half of 2025, contributing significantly to AEV’s performance. Its unit Pilmico’s Iligan plant features its own port, which can accommodate a variety of ships ranging from inter-island vessels to Panamax ships allowing the efficient delivery of goods fresh to any location in the country.
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Aboitiz Equity Ventures Inc. (AEV) demonstrated its leadership in fueling the Philippine economy with a strong second-quarter recovery after a softer start to 2025.
Its stellar quarter-on-quarter turnaround, powered by AEV’s strategic investments, highlights the conglomerate’s resilience and ability to adapt swiftly to changing market conditions, as well as its unwavering commitment to national progress as the country’s first techglomerate.
In its role as portfolio manager of the Aboitiz Group, AEV remains focused on driving growth, operational efficiency, and strategic investments that contribute to national economic progress as the Philippines’ first techglomerate.
“Our results this quarter demonstrate the strength of a well-diversified portfolio,” said Sabin M. Aboitiz, AEV President and CEO.
Well-positioned to deliver value “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.”
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AboitizPower maintained its role as a reliable contributor, ensuring all plants remained fully operational to deliver a dependable electricity supply that supports the economy.
Aboitiz Foods delivered solid results, driven by improved margins and performance across its operations. Coca-Cola Europacific Aboitiz Philippines Inc. (CCEAP) also made notable gains, further boosting Aboitportfolio diversity.
UnionBank sustained its momentum through strong lending growth, a healthier funding mix, and continued leadership in digital banking, further strengthening its market position.
Aboitiz InfraCapital continued to expand its infrastructure footprint and enhance efficiencies in its airport, water, and economic estate operations, laying the foundation for future growth.
For its part, Aboitiz Land maintained its commitment to delivering quality and affordable residential projects for its target communities even as Republic Cement continued to work with stakeholders to strengthen the domestic cement industry.
“While we faced headwinds early in the year, our businesses are well-positioned to capture opportunities and sustain growth,” said Aboitiz. “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.”
Aboitiz also said that AEV is set to continue leveraging the synergies of its portfolio to drive inclusive growth, aligning its strategies with its mission to uplift lives and advance business and communities across the Philippines.