DigiPlus tops list of 2026 PH Growth Champions
DigiPlus, the company behind the hugely popular BingoPlus and other online gaming platforms, tops the list of the Philippines’ Growth Champions 2026 after posting an almost 200-percent compound annual growth rate (CAGR).
The digital entertainment firm recorded total revenues of P75.22 billion in 2024, up from P2.81 billion in 2021—translating to a CAGR of 199.29 percent and an absolute growth rate of 2,580.83 percent.
DigiPlus’ rapid expansion reflects the accelerating shift toward digital entertainment, driven by technology research and product innovation designed to serve diverse lifestyle preferences.
The Philippines’ Growth Champions 2026 recognizes the 50 companies that achieved the highest percentage revenue growth between 2021 and 2024.
More than numbers
The list is a joint undertaking of Germany-based market research firm Statista and the Philippine Daily Inquirer.
To determine the rankings, Statista reviewed officially reported revenue data from more than 200 Philippine public companies.
Growth rates were calculated using standardized currency conversion and verified datasets to ensure comparability.
Being recognized as a Growth Champion signals more than strong financial performance. It highlights a company’s ability to scale sustainably, innovate amid changing market conditions and deliver consistent value—qualities increasingly critical in today’s competitive business environment.
DigiPlus chair Eusebio Tanco welcomed the recognition.
“Being recognized as a top [Philippine Daily Inquirer/Statista] Growth Champion is an honor and a testament to what we have built for our players, partners, and communities—from pioneering digital entertainment in the Philippines to emerging as a market leader committed to responsible, long-term growth,” Tanco said.
Shifting industry landscape
This year’s roster reflects a notable evolution in sector representation.
Previous editions of the Growth Champions list were heavily populated by companies in medical, pharmaceutical and essential services—sectors that experienced surging demand during and immediately after the coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.
The 2026 list reflects the almost complete return to what was the norm before the pandemic in 2020.
It shows stronger and impressive performances from leisure, hospitality, digital entertainment and consumer-focused businesses.
This shift underscores a broader economic recovery and the restoration of consumer confidence and changing priorities. Companies tied to lifestyle, travel and digital engagement capitalized on renewed spending and innovation-driven growth.
Top performers
Second on the list of Growth Champions 2026 is Basic Energy, a publicly listed holding company whose primary purpose is to develop alternative and renewable energy sources. It aims to be the leading developer of alternative and renewable energy, oil and allied products and services in the country.
It posted in 2014 a CAGR of 133.94 percent and an absolute growth rate of 1,180.31 percent. Its revenues rose from P3.75 billion in 2021 to P47.96 billion in 2024.
Completing the Top 10 list are companies involved in finance, telecommunications, hospitality, food service and consumer goods—reflecting the diversity of growth leaders in the Philippines’ business landscape.
3. Mount Fuji Lending—The Japanese Filipino company seeks to help underserved small and medium enterprises and transform the lending industry from sales-focused to client experience-focused.
Its CAGR is 119.60 percent.
4. DITO CME Holdings—The company provides telecommunications, multimedia and information technology services designed to have an impact on the way people communicate, transact, share information and consume content and data.
It has a CAGR of 95.46 percent.
5. Booth—A professional outsourcing and offshoring company, it provides outsourced specialized talent, scalable solutions and artificial intelligence support to help businesses grow without compromising culture or control. It specializes in building dedicated teams and providing tailored business solutions.
Its CAGR is 69.93 percent.
6. MacroAsia—It is a leading ground handling company in the Philippines that provides services, such as passenger check-in, ramp handling, baggage/cargo operations and maintenance of ground support equipment.
It has a CAGR of 69.21 percent.
7. Balai ni Fruitas—The homegrown food and beverage company, which consists of well-known brands like Buko ni Fruitas, Fruitas House of Desserts and Balai Pandesal, among others, aims to offer food that brings families closer together.
Its CAGR is 64.92 percent.
8. CloudEats—Based in Manila, the startup operates cloud kitchens across the Philippines and Vietnam, creating next-generation digital brands and proprietary cloud kitchen technology.
Its CAGR is 62.07 percent.
9. Discovery World—The professionally managed company develops, operates and manages some of the most sought-after destinations in the Philippines, including Discovery Boracay (Aklan), Discovery Coron (Palawan), Discovery Primea Makati and Discovery Suites Ortigas (Pasig City).
Its CAGR is 56.41 percent.
10. Macay Holdings—The investment holding company is the parent company of ARC Refreshment Corp., which is engaged in bottling, distribution, marketing and sales of RC Cola and other popular carbonated drinks in the Philippines.
Its CAGR is 56.13 percent.
Each of these companies demonstrates how targeted innovation, operational agility and evolving consumer demand continue to fuel growth across sectors.
The remaining companies in the Philippines’ Growth Champions 2026 list further illustrate the breadth of emerging leaders reshaping the country’s business landscape.
Companies listed in the Philippines’ Growth Champions 2026 will have the chance to enter the upcoming edition of the Financial Times’ High-Growth Companies Asia-Pacific. Placements are free of charge.
Inclusion in the 2026 Growth Champions list is expected to open new business opportunities, as it is a visible and public acknowledgement of a company’s performance that extends far beyond its specific industry and country.
It will also generate attention for the business on the part of potential partners, customers and investors around the world.
Being included in the high-profile ranking of the Philippine Daily Inquirer is expected to increase awareness of the company as an employer. It also gives potential employees an understanding of the company’s future potential. Corporate growth usually generates demand for new employees.
All companies that make it into the list may use the award logo for marketing purposes. This logo and its use for marketing purposes are subject to a licensing fee.
