AYALA Land Inc. (ALI) emerged as the highest-ranked Philippine real estate developer in the 2026 edition of TIME’s Asia-Pacific Best Companies, the property firm said.
The annual ranking, designed in partnership with Statista, evaluates companies based on financial performance, employee satisfaction and sustainability transparency, providing investors and analysts with a composite benchmark of corporate quality across the Asia-Pacific region.
For the property sector, the list points out a shift in evaluation criteria, as developers are measured not only on sales or revenue growth, but also on the resilience and environmental performance of their urban developments.
ALI estates, which include large-scale, master planned mixed-use communities, integrate low-carbon construction, climate resilience, pedestrian-oriented design and green open spaces.
Observers note that introducing sustainability at the district level has become a distinguishing factor in regional real estate competitiveness.
The company was also the only Philippine firm cited in TIME’s World’s Best Companies in Sustainable Growth 2026, a global ranking recognizing enterprises that combine strong financial growth with measurable reductions in environmental impact.
In 2024, Ayala Land was named the Best Real Estate Company in the Philippines by Euromoney, citing its governance, execution and long-term asset performance.
According to industry analysts, the recognition reflects broader market trends, as investors increasingly prioritize developments with integrated sustainability features, like efficient utilities, transit-oriented planning and green infrastructure, that can support occupancy and long-term value retention.
On Monday, ALI shares fell by 15 centavos, or 0.73 percent, to close at P20.50 each.