DTI and SM Supermalls Strengthen Partnership to Help MSMEs Scale

“Apatnapu’t dalawa kaming kababaihan sa aming barangay na dati ay walang hanapbuhay. Sa tulong ng aming kooperatiba at ng DTI, nagkaroon kami ng pagkakataong kumita. Lalo na kapag nandito kami sa SM Supermalls—mas dumadami ang aming bulk orders.”

— Elsie Balidiong, Salngan Livelihood Multi-Purpose Cooperative, Oton, Iloilo

The 2026 DTI–Bagong Pilipinas National Trade Fair concluded at SM Megamall after five days of showcasing Filipino enterprise, creativity, and resilience—bringing together MSMEs, institutional buyers, and consumers in a highly accessible, high-engagement setting that turned commerce into a shared public experience.

Instant Jobs, Real Impact: Stories from SM Group Job Fair at SM North EDSA

“Hindi ko po akalain na matatanggap ako ngayon,” shared Felo Garcia, hired on the spot as a Sales Associate. “Salamat po SM dahil makaka-provide na ako sa mga pangangailangan ng anak ko at pamilya ko.”

Another hired-on-the-spot applicant, Joel Azores, emphasized the credibility and impact of the event, saying, “One hundred percent ka po matatanggap sa Mega Job Fair dahil puro legit na company dito.”

With 25 participating employers, more than a thousand job seekers, and 236 or 22% hired on the spot, the annual SM Group Job Fair at SM City North EDSA once again proved to be a powerful platform for connecting Filipinos to real and immediate employment opportunities.

SM Supermalls Brings February Job Fairs Nationwide, Making Job Search Easier for Filipinos

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. checks partners’ booths during the previous SM Job Fair in December 2025, engaging with  employers and jobseekers and underscoring the shared commitment to making employment more accessible for Filipinos. 

SM Supermalls rolls out its February SM Job Fairs nationwide, enabling community  opportunities through accessible employment channels making the application process faster and more  convenient, All For job-hunting Filipinos. Held across SM malls, the monthly #SMJobFair series connects  jobseekers with employers from retail, services, logistics, manufacturing, and other key industries. 

Pursuit of a more biker-inclusive SM yields Record-breaking 36 wins from DOTr, Mobility Awards

When the pandemic put the country in a standstill, many of the everyday yet vital services Filipinos had access to were revoked—one of which was transportation.

The absence of public transportation due to social distancing effectively limited every household's capability to commute for essentials, and many relied on biking as their lifeline. 

Strong MSME Engagement Sets the Stage for SM Supermalls’ 2026 Programs

Nationwide malls drive MSME upskilling, growth, and sustainable enterprise

Under the SM for MSMEs program, MSME Hub owners Alamanga and Rainbow Scoops bring locally made flavors and proudly Filipino products closer to the community—proof that when small businesses are given the right platform, they grow and thrive.

MANILA, Philippines, 26 January 2026 — Building on strong MSME momentum in 2025, SM Supermalls is entering 2026 with a renewed and sharped focus on empowering Filipino entrepreneurs, leveraging its nationwide mall network to create tangible growth opportunities for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

BEST NEW FIRSTS IN METRO MANILA: Lifestyle and Looks Made for You

Metro Manila is all about choice—every turn offers something new to try or take home. This season, SM Supermalls brings you openings that spark curiosity, invite you in, and leave you wanting more. From fresh fashion drops to lifestyle essentials, each find is designed to fit seamlessly into your life while adding that extra something you didn’t know you were missing.

At SM Supermalls a bold new era full of evolving finds await—each one thoughtfully chosen to bring fresh styles, unique experiences, and everyday essentials that meet the dynamic lifestyle of every Manileño shopper. It’s truly a space that adapts and grows with you, proving time and time again that SM’s got it all for you.

SM Supermalls and DICT launched Digital Corners in SM Job Fairs

Empowering job seekers and SHS learners through digital upskilling

Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Henry Aguda and SM Supermalls VP for Mall Operations Junias Eusebio formalize their partnership through a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to establish digital corners in SM Job Fairs. The two leaders also reaffirm their shared commitment through the Pledge of Commitment Wall, championing real-world opportunities that empower young Filipinos to develop future-ready digital skills.

SM Supermalls and CSC Celebrate 125 Years of Philippine Civil Service with Job Fairs that Champion Public Service Careers

“I am happy that they came up with a job fair for government agencies. Many still want to serve and work for our government,” said Ken Gonzaga, who applied for several positions during the Job Fair event held at SM North EDSA.

SM Supermalls, in partnership with the Civil Service Commission (CSC), continues to champion employment opportunities for Filipinos as it rolls out a series of Job Fairs nationwide this September. 

The initiative forms part of the 125th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA), which highlights the enduring legacy of public service every September. Job seekers will gain access to job opportunities in national government agencies, local government units, government-owned and controlled corporations, and state universities and colleges. These job fairs offer job seekers the unique opportunity to find their purpose in public service.

What’s New at SM Supermalls? Find Fresh Favorites in Metro Manila

In life, there is always more to be had. New possibilities to explore, new experiences to enjoy, new discoveries to love!—the best of living is always right around the corner.

With SM Supermalls, you no longer have to go far and wide to seek out those experiences. From brands you’ve been itching to try to those you’re yet to discover, SM Supermalls connects you to an excitingly fresh new era of firsts—right here in Metro Manila.

Light up the holiday season at SM Supermalls

The echoing sound of Jose Mari Chan's "Christmas in Our Hearts" only means one thing: 'ber' months have finally arrived! This September 16, SM Supermalls begins to light up the holiday season as it kicks off the country's much-awaited Christmas countdown!

"This Christmas season, friends and families can look forward to bigger and brighter events, installations, and activities at SM, the 'Home of Family Reunions', as we continue to light up everyone's lives in SM malls nationwide," said SM Supermalls COO Steven Tan.