Ayala Corporation: Viable Option for Starter Investors

Ayala Corporation a Leading Presence

Ayala Corporation (Ayala) is the holding company of one of the largest and most diversified business groups in the Philippines. It maintains a leading presence in:

• real estate development (Ayala Land, Inc.),

• financial services (Bank of the Philippine Islands),

• telecommunications (Globe Telecom, Inc.),

• water delivery, sewerage and sanitation services (Manila Water Company, Inc.),

• electronics manufacturing services (Integrated Microelectronics, Inc.), automotive dealerships (Ayala Automotive Holdings Corporation),

• technology-related investments (Azalea Technology Investments, Inc.),

• investments in business process outsourcing (LiveIt Investments, Ltd. and HRMall, Inc.), and

• overseas real estate investments (AG Holdings Ltd).

The company was founded in 1834, incorporated in 1968, and was listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange (then Makati Stock Exchange) in 1976.

Source: Definitive Information Statement for Annual Stockholders' Meeting on April 3, 2009, Record Date on February 25, 2009 (Securities and Exchange Commission SEC Form 20-IS).

The Starter Investor's first investment

Here are the reasons why investing in Ayala Corporation (AC) stock can be beneficial for novice investors who would be making their first buy order in the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) through an online broker such as BPI Trade:

• AC is a large conglomerate operating in various sectors, providing a cushion against market fluctuations.

• AC has a stable history of growth, consistently delivering strong financial performance.

• AC's subsidiaries and affiliates have strong brand equity, innovation, and contributions to social development in the Philippines, instilling investor confidence.

• AC has a strong commitment to sustainability by integrating ESG factors into its business operations, potentially resulting in better risk management, operational efficiency, and long-term value creation.

• AC is listed on the well-regulated Philippine Stock Exchange, providing a transparent and accessible trading platform for investors with limited funds.