Ayala Corporation Issues Urgent Warning Over Spinneys Job Scam Targeting Philippine Expansion
Ayala Corporation has issued a critical public alert regarding fraudulent online accounts that are exploiting the name of the retail brand Spinneys to perpetrate a sophisticated "jobs for investment" scam. This deceptive scheme is falsely linked to the company's highly anticipated expansion efforts in the Philippines, aiming to prey on unsuspecting job seekers and investors.
Details of the Fraudulent Job Offers
The scammers are posing as recruiters for a fictitious entity called "Spinneys Philippines," luring victims with promises of immediate job placements. However, these offers come with a malicious twist: applicants are required to first register as members and pay an upfront investment fee to secure their positions. Ayala Corporation has identified two primary fraudulent investment plans being promoted through these fake accounts.
First Scam Plan: This scheme demands an initial payment of ₱8,000, which is approximately 500 AED (United Arab Emirates Dirhams). In return, victims are promised a daily return of 0.5 percent on their investment, with the capital supposedly released after a period of 150 days. The scammers use this structure to create an illusion of legitimacy and quick profits.
Second Scam Plan: A more aggressive variant requires about 2,500 AED, equivalent to nearly ₱40,000. This plan offers a slightly higher daily return of 0.7 percent, with a promised payout timeline of 120 days. Both schemes are designed to appear lucrative, exploiting the excitement surrounding Ayala's business ventures.
Ayala's Official Response and Actions
Ayala Corporation has categorically denounced these offers as entirely fraudulent and emphasized that it has no association whatsoever with the individuals or groups operating these fake pages. The company is taking decisive steps to address this issue, including initiating measures to shut down the fraudulent accounts and collaborating with relevant authorities to curb the scam's spread.
In a firm statement, Ayala urged the public to exercise extreme caution and rely exclusively on announcements disseminated through its official communication channels. This includes verified updates regarding its legitimate partnership with Spinneys, the United Arab Emirates-based retailer. The corporation stressed that any job or investment opportunities not directly advertised through these official sources should be treated with suspicion and avoided.
This warning comes as Ayala continues to advance its strategic expansion plans in the Philippines, making it crucial for stakeholders to distinguish between genuine corporate initiatives and malicious scams. The company's proactive stance aims to protect consumers and maintain trust in its brand integrity amid growing digital fraud risks.
