Regulator OKs DigiPlus employee stock option plan

Business & Finance
29 Jan 2026 • 12:05 AM MYT
The Manila Times
The Manila Times

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DIGIPLUS Interactive Corp. has secured approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the exemption from registration of an employee stock option plan covering more than 220 million common shares.

In a disclosure on Wednesday, DigiPlus said it received notice of the SEC approval through Markets and Securities Regulation Department Resolution 1, Series of 2026, dated Jan. 27, 2026.

The resolution approved the company’s application for exemption from registration of its Employee Stock Option Plan, referred to as ESOP B. The plan covers 220.38 million common shares to be granted to qualified officers and employees.

DigiPlus said the program aimed to recognize employee contributions and help attract and retain key individuals who are essential to the company’s growth and long-term strategic objectives.

Employee stock option plans are a corporate incentive to align employee interests with shareholder value by allowing employees to participate in the company’s equity performance.

DigiPlus Interactive is a listed company engaged in digital entertainment and gaming operations. Its shares shed P0.08, or 0.58 percent, to close at P13.68 each on Wednesday.

 

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