JUNE 2018 www.lopezlink.ph Remembering Rogy Lopez Panganiban. Tribute on page 9. http://www.facebook.com/lopezlinkonline www.twitter.com/lopezlinkph 10 things you should know about the Metro Super Brand Story on page 6 Family is New finds, old A better year …page 2 everything to faves@Power Gabbie Abello…page 9 Plant Mall …page 12 Lopezlink June 2018 Lopezlink June 2018 Biz News JANUARY TO MARCH 2018 FINANCIAL RESULTS (UNAUDITED) Total consolidated revenues Net income attributable to equity Lopez Holdings holders of the parent company Strong launch for 2017 2018 % change 2017 2018 % change attributable net ABS-CBN P9.576B P9.010B -6 P421.9M P452.5M +7 Rockwell’s P15-B Lopez Holdings P25.440B P27.565B +8 P1.042B P1.145B +10 EDC P9.612B P8.178B -15 P3.086B P1.336B -57 First Gen $428.8M $457.4M +7 $41.3M $39.7M -4 income at P1.145B FPH P25.440B P27.565B +8 P1.909B P2.099B +10 By Carla Paras-Sison project in Katipunan ROCK P3.063B P3.333B +9 P516.2M P614M +19 LOPEZ Holdings reported forex movement during the ad sales decreased by 10% while ROCKWELL Land Corpora- cess, we will officially open -in Rockwell is also set to launch P1.145 billion in net income period partially offset the ef- costs and expenses decreased by tion, during its annual stock- ventory for Arton North this its first resort development in attributable to equity holders fect of growth in the recurring 4%. holders’ meeting, announced June with different sizes per unit Mactan, Cebu. the launch of The Arton’s sec- type to cater to different market “We remain to be on the ABS-CBN still of the parent for the first quar- earnings of the FPH Group. As of March 31, 2018, Lopez ter of 2018. This is 10% higher Excluding nonrecurring items, Holdings owned 46% of FPH ond tower this June. profiles,” Rockwell Land presi- move with our newest develop- than the P1.042 billion in net attributable earnings of FPH and 56% economic interest in The company’s first premium dent and chief executive officer ment in Punta Engaño boasting Better in 2018 high-rise development in Que- Nestor J. Padilla said. of beachfront living. The 5.3- income attributable to equity increased by 36%. ABS-CBN ABS-CBN. undisputed nationwide After a challenging 2017, listed age caused by an earthquake Rockwell Land Corporation’s By Kane Choa holders of the parent reported zon City launched its first tow- The P15.6-billion three- hectare property will have over companies associated with the and a typhoon that affected its residential segment also per- in the first quarter of 2017, on er, Arton West, last July 2017, tower Rockwell project is a 200 residential units and a hotel Lopez Group seem to be headed facilities late last year. But First formed well, boosting its in- ABS-CBN brought relevant GMA’s 35%, in Total Visayas Sounds Familiar Kids” (32.1%), account primarily of higher selling P1 billion worth of units joint venture with Japan’s larg- that will serve the growing tour- for a better year. Energy Devel- Gen Corporation earnings re- come. ABS-CBN had a strong news and values-laden stories with 54% compared to GMA’s “MMK” (28.7%), “TV Patrol” consolidated forex losses during in just two months. est real estate company, Mit- ism industry,” Padilla said. opment Corporation continued mained stable on the improved first quarter and expects earn- to more Filipinos in May as it 25% and in Total Mindanao (28.1%), “Wansapanataym” the period. Lopez Holdings With no official launch yet, sui Fudosan Inc. Featuring an Already gaining high inter- to incur additional expenses in dispatch of its new gas plants, as ings to be at par with 2017 net recorded an average audience with 52% against GMA’s 30%. (24.4%), “Home Sweetie Home” Unaudited consolidated rev- the second tower, Arton North, 80:20 landscape-to-building est, the P6.2-billion new Rock- the first quarter related to dam- well as lower financing charges. income. (CPS) share of 45% versus GMA’s Kantar Media uses a nation- (21.8%) and “Rated K” (20.3%). enues increased by 8% year-on- is already performing 20% ratio, The Arton by Rockwell is well project for sale is sched- 32%, according to data from wide panel size of 2,610 urban ABS-CBN also won across year (YoY) to P27.565 billion declares above budget, coming from the scheduled to be completed by uled to launch third quarter of Kantar Media. and rural homes that represent all time blocks, particularly in from P25.440 billion. strong market reception of Ar- 2023. this year. The Kapamilya network won 100% of the total Philippine prime time where it scored an First Philippine Holdings ton West. Rockwell Land reported The company also an- FPH attributable RNI up by 36% in both rural and urban homes, TV viewing population. average audience share of 49%, Corporation (FPH) posted a cash dividends The Arton North will be lo- its highest net income to date nounced its plans to increase its FOR the first quarter of 2018, ing income across all business ized forex losses and unfavor- particularly in Metro Manila “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” beating GMA’s 32%. It ruled 10% increase in net income at- cated in the heart of the ameni- at P2.1 billion in 2017, a 15% land bank from 3% to 12% of First Philippine Holdings Cor- segments. able movements in deferred where it garnered an average au- (40.7%) kept its throne as the morning block with an tributable to equity holders of THE board of directors of Lopez Holdings Corporation, in its ties, fronting the expansive main increase from 2016. The com- its total assets. poration (FPH) posted an at- Net income attributable to income tax following the peso dience share of 41% compared the country’s most watched average audience share of 36% the parent while ABS-CBN meeting on May 17, 2018, approved the declaration of cash div- pool deck and housing indoor pany’s 2017 revenue of P14.3 “Aside from properties we will tributable recurring net income FPH registered an increase depreciation during the period, to GMA’s 26% and in Mega program in May, followed by versus GMA’s 31%, the noon- Corporation registered a 31% idends of P0.10 to stockholders of record as of May 31, 2018. amenities like the fitness gym, billion can be mainly attributed be closing in Metro Manila, we (RNI) of P2.7 billion, higher by of P190 million or 10%, from and one-off expenses incurred Manila where it registered 36%, “Bagani” (32.4%) starring En- time block with 47% compared increase in net income dur- Dividends will be paid out on June 16, 2018. function room and a co-working to the increased bookings of are currently in advanced discus- P719 million or 36% versus last P1.9 billion to P2.1 billion, as by Energy Development Cor- beating GMA’s 34%. rique Gil and Liza Soberano. to GMA’s 32% and the after- ing the period. Unfavorable space. Introducing more diverse The Proscenium at Rockwell sions for mixed-use projects in year’s P2.0 billion. The growth the growth in RNI was subdued poration for the restoration of unit types, it allows investors to and construction accomplish- both the north and south of the ABS-CBN also ruled in The other ABS-CBN shows noon block with 45%, beating was driven by stronger operat- by the parent’s share in unreal- its Leyte plants. choose from more studios to ment for Edades Suites and metro. We are very excited about Total Luzon with 41% versus in the top 10 include “Your Face GMA’s 37%. various sizes of two- and three- Rockwell Primaries’ The Van- this growth as it will allow us to First Gen recurring earnings up 34% bedroom units for discerning tage at Kapitolyo. EBITDA introduce different products and Promos & offers Rockwell consolidated revenues grow 9% FIRST Gen Corporation re- exchange losses and Energy at critical periods of the day. growing families. [earnings before interest, taxes, share the Rockwell lifestyle to ported recurring net income Development Corporation’s We continue to progress with ROCKWELL Land Corpora- P1,063 million, 19% higher than venture contributes 6% to the “Our venture into the Que- depreciation and amortization] new markets,” said Rockwell se- 4 things to do before the new school year begins attributable to equity holders (EDC) weak performance in the development of our LNG tion registered P3,333 million in last year’s P894 million primarily company’s total EBITDA. zon City area surprised us with amounted to P3.6 billion, 7% nior vice president for Business Here are last-minute things in their routine before school Visit e-commerce sites, look of the parent of $60 million in 1Q18. [liquefied natural gas] regasifi- consolidated revenues, higher by driven by strong performance of Residential development, robust sales. Riding on this suc- higher than previous year. Development Davy Tan. parents can do to prepare for starts. This way, they will not for discounted items and shop the first quarter of 2018. This First Gen’s consolidated cation facility. Recent supply 9% from last year’s P3,063 mil- the residential segment. Overall commercial development and the new school year. feel overwhelmed when it for school essentials in the is a 34% or $15 million jump revenues from the sale of tightness makes it increas- lion for the first three months EBITDA margin registered at hotel contributed 66%, 32% and Learn a new baon recipe.