SEC Warns Public Against Unauthorized Investment Schemes

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of the Philippines has recently issued a public advisory cautioning individuals against engaging with certain entities involved in unauthorized investment solicitation. These organizations have been luring unsuspecting individuals with promises of high returns and enticing investment plans. However, the SEC has identified these schemes as potentially fraudulent and warns the public to exercise caution when dealing with them. In its ongoing efforts to safeguard investors, the SEC continues to promote financial literacy and provide essential information to the public.

1. Fresh Deals Meat Trading: Lucrative Offers Concealing Unauthorized Activity
Fresh Deals Meat Trading has been using private social media groups and websites to attract investors with investment plans starting as low as Php 500.00. Promising returns of 20% daily or 300% within 15 days, they also offer an additional 15% commission through referrals. However, the SEC advises the public to avoid this unauthorized entity.

2. Life Blessing Philippines: Guaranteed Returns Mask Potential Risks
Life Blessing Philippines claims to generate guaranteed returns ranging from 25% to 150% in 10 to 40 days through Forex trading and online casino business. They actively advertise various investment plans on their Facebook page. Despite these promises, the SEC has flagged this group as an unauthorized investment solicitor.

3. Salig Philippines: Misleading Promises and Unauthorized Securities
Salig Philippines has been offering investments with a minimum investment of Php 5,800.00. They promise a 30% return after 30 days. However, the SEC has suspended their registration as a non-stock corporation. They are neither authorized to issue securities nor undertake business activities requiring a secondary license.

4. Seven Co: False Guarantees of High Returns
Seven Co entices the public through social media advertisements, promising guaranteed earnings of 20% and 30% for investing in their schemes for 10 and 15 days, respectively. The SEC has identified this group as an unauthorized investment solicitor and warns individuals to be cautious.

5. Gemini Trust Company, LLC: Unregistered Offering of Securities
Gemini Trust Company, LLC has launched a product called Gemini Derivatives through their website. This product involves the offering of derivatives, which are considered securities. However, the entity is not registered with the SEC and lacks the necessary license to solicit investments from the public.

6. ProLayer Egg Layer Poultry Farming: Unregistered Entity with High Profit Promises
Operating through social media platforms, ProLayer Egg Layer Poultry Farming promises investor-members daily earnings of 5% for 30 days, resulting in a total return of 150%. The SEC warns that this entity is unregistered and advises against participating in their investment scheme.

7. QZ Asset Management: Attractive Investment Plans Concealing Unauthorized Activity
QZ Asset Management entices investors with different investment plans promising guaranteed earnings of up to 30% monthly. However, the SEC has not authorized this entity to solicit investments from the public.

8. Crypto Hub Finance: Unauthorized Solicitation of Investments
Crypto Hub Finance attracts investors through its social media presence and website. They offer investments with a minimum amount of USD 50B, promising up to 2% daily returns for 75 days. The SEC advises individuals to avoid engaging with this unauthorized entity.

9. Enjoy PH: False Promises of High Daily Earnings
Enjoy PH entices the public with daily earnings of 3% to 3.5% for 60 days. To participate, investors must invest in their equity allotment plans ranging from Php 1,100.00 to Php 17,600.00. The SEC warns against investing in this entity’s unauthorized investment scheme.

10. Shopro International: Pyramid-Like Structure and Unauthorized Activity
Shopro International operates through social media platforms and encourages individuals to invest by completing daily tasks, referring friends, and earning bonuses. The SEC cautions the public against engaging with this unauthorized entity.

The SEC remains committed to combating illegal investment schemes by conducting financial literacy campaigns and issuing advisories. Through these efforts, the Commission aims to educate the public and raise awareness about potential risks associated with unauthorized investment activities. It is important for individuals to exercise due diligence and verify the legitimacy of investment opportunities before committing their hard-earned money.

You may visit the SEC website at www.sec.gov.ph to learn more about the Commission’s enforcement actions and investor education campaign.