Colombian pet products retailer Laika plans to enter the Mexican market this year via a hybrid model that includes a projected 10 physical stores, the company reported. This will be the company's second attempt at a Mexico presence, following an unsuccessful on-line launch in 2020. Read more at Just Retail Latam (in Spanish).
Leading Mexican department store chain Grupo Coppel reported plans to invest approximately US$825 million in 2026. The program is expected to include the establishment of 80 new sales locations, remodeling of up to 100 existing stores and distribution centers and upgrades to operational technology and sustainable energy programs. Read the original post (in Spanish) at Retailers.mx.
Chile's Falabella corporate group plans to establish additional Sodimac DIY/home improvement stores and upgrade its financial services offerings in Mexico, the company reported. The Mexico expansion will be part of a US$900 million investment program for Latin America operations in 2026. Read full article here.
Mexican grocery and general merchandise retailer La Comer opened its first store in the southeastern state of Quintana Roo via investment of approximately US$61 million, the company reported. The new sales location becomes the first in the state for La Comer and the company's 91st store in Mexico across its various formats. The move represents a challenge to competitor Chedraui, traditionally a regional grocery and general merchandise leader in Mexico's southeast. Read more (in Spanish) at Just Retail Latam.
The Intercontinental Group of Department Stores (IGDS) will partner with leading Mexican department store chain Liverpool to host the IGDS World Department Store Summit in 2026, the group announced. The event will take place May 19 - 20, 2026 in Mexico City. See the official announcement with full details here.