Investor Relations FAQ

  1. What is Splash Corporation’s rank in the cosmetics industry?
    The Company ranks among the top players in the highly competitive, 70-billion Philippine cosmetic and toiletries industry. Based on AC Neilsen’s Philippine retail index dated June 2007 (Market Shares of Core Products), Splash ranks number 1 in the exfoliants and skin whitening categories with an 86% and a 41% market share, respectively.


  2. What would consider as the company’s competitive strengths?
    • Unique Position in the Industry - Although the personal care industry in the Philippines continues to be dominated by multinationals, Splash manages to compete successfully as the only Filipino-owned personal care manufacturer in the industry. It ranks sixth in overall market share and places second only to market leader Unilever Philippines in skin care sales. The Company’s strong market position is due to the success of its various skin whitening brands. Its in-depth knowledge of the local market gives it a strong competitive advantage over the multinational companies.

    • Well-positioned to capitalize on the strong local market demand for personal care and health and wellness products - The Company believes that its understanding of the local market and its innovative product offerings enable it to take advantage of the opportunities presented by the strong local demand for personal care and health and wellness products. Based on a report made by the Euromonitor in May 2006, sales in the cosmetics & toiletries industry in the Philippines grew by a CAGR of 8.2% from 2000-2005. During the same period, the skin care segment grew by a CAGR of 14.4%. Skin care products are expected to grow significantly by 9.1% over the next five (5) years from 2005-2010 on account of a strong demand for skin whitening products.

    • Strong and Leading Brand Names - The Company has established its reputation as one of the formidable players in the Philippine personal care industry. Splash carries the brands Extraderm, Maxi-Peel and Skin White. It also carries one of the fastest growing skin care brands in the market – Biolink. Based on AC Nielsen’s Philippine Retail Index report in June 2007 (market shares of core products), Splash ranks number one in the skin care category with an 86% market share in the exfoliants category and a 41% share in the skin-whitening category.

    • State-of-the-Art Resources - The Group has invested in a state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Canumay, Valenzuela City. This sprawling 2-hectare, world-class manufacturing complex now supports the Company’s expansion activities both locally and internationally.

    • Strong Research & Development Focus - The Company has established the Splash Research Institute to continuously develop new products that would satisfy the rapidly growing needs of the personal care market by employing cutting-edge technology. Splash has already introduced 13 new products

    • Committed and Experienced Management Team - The Company has established its reputation as one of the formidable players in the Philippine personal care industry. Splash carries the brands Extraderm, Maxi-Peel and Skin White. It also carries one of the fastest growing skin care brands in the market – Biolink. The Company’s Board of Directors and Senior Management Team have a combined average work experience of approximately over twenty (20) years in the personal care, health and beauty industries. Its dedicated Management Team has a vast knowledge of the needs and preferences of its Asian consumers."

  3. When did Splash have its initial public offering (IPO)?
    November 15, 2007


  4. Who are Splash Corporation’s auditors?
    SGV & Co., a member practice of Ernst & Young Global


  5. Where are Splash shares listed and traded?
    Splash's common shares are listed and traded on the Philippine Stock Exchange.


  6. What is Splash's stock ticker symbol?
    SPH


  7. How do I buy and sell shares?
    You may contact any trading participants of Philippine Stocks Exchange Inc.


  8. Who is Splash's transfer agent?
    Stock Transfer Services, Inc.
    8th Floor, Phinma Plaza,
    19 Plaza Drive, Rockwell Center,
    Makati City, Philippines


  9. What is the Company's registered address and number?
    Splash Corporation
    Address: 3/F HBC Corporate Center,
    548 Mindanao Avenue,
    Quezon City, Philippines 1116
    Tel no: +632 984-5555


  10. Where do the net proceeds from the primary offer shares go?
    The net proceeds from the primary offer will be used by the Company in projects that will further enhance its research and development capabilities, support brand building and new product introductions and acquisitions of brands both in the personal care & health and wellness category.


  11. Who can own offer shares in the company?
    Offer shares may be owned by any person or entity regardless of citizenship or nationality, subject to the limits provided under Splash Corporation’s Articles of Incorporation and those prescribed by Philippines laws on foreign ownership of corporations.

    The Offer shares may be purchased by any person who is at least eighteen (18) years of age or a corporation, partnership or trust account subject to restrictions on the ownership, sale or transfer of sales of the offer shares


  12. Who could advise me on the value of my shares?
    Log on to: http://www.pse.org.ph


  13. When does Splash's fiscal year end?
    31st of December


  14. Does Splash pay a dividend? What is the company’s dividend policy?
    The Corporation Code generally requires a corporation with surplus profits in excess of 100% of its paid-in capital to declare and distribute such surplus to its shareholders in the form of dividends.

    The Company may pay dividends in cash, in property, or in additional shares or in some combination of the foregoing. Declaration of stock dividends will be subject to the approval by the Company’s Board of Directors and by holders of two-thirds (2/3) of the outstanding shares.

    The company pays maximum amount of dividend equivalent to 50% of the preceding year’s audited net income after tax.


  15. How can I receive Splash's latest financial documents?
    Log on to: http://www.pse.org.ph


  16. When will Splash hold its Annual General Shareholders meeting (AGM)?
    Every 3rd Saturday of June of each year


  17. How do I contact Splash’s Investor Relations?
    Write Splash Corporation – Investor Relations

    Main Office
    Splash Corporation – Investor Relations
    Address: 3/F HBC Corporate Centre
    548 Mindanao Avenue,
    Quezon City, Philippines 1116
    E-mail:


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