Retail Trends

6 days ago

AI-powered insights drive stronger sales for sari-sari stores

Filipino technology startup Packworks reported that sari-sari stores using artificial intelligence-driven inventory insights achieved significantly stronger sales performance, highlighting the growing role of data analytics in grassroots retail.

15 May 2026

2:02PM

SSI first quarter profits tumble as shoppers cut back on luxury spending

The Tantoco family-led SSI Group Inc. is feeling the strain from weaker consumer spending as inflation, fuel shocks and tighter household budgets push shoppers toward discounts while weighing on luxury purchases.

7 May 2026

2:47PM

Puregold Q1 profit climbs to P3.3B on resilient consumer spending

Puregold Price Club Inc. delivered strong first quarter earnings growth as shoppers spent more at existing stores and S&R warehouse clubs continued to draw heavier customer traffic despite inflation pressures and global uncertainty.

23 Apr 2026

2:23PM

Inflation fears drive bulk buying in PH 'sari-sari' stores

Sari-sari (neighborhood) stores across the Philippines saw a sharp March surge in sales as rising global oil prices triggered widespread stockpiling among micro-retailers and consumers, according to a new Packworks study.

13 Apr 2026

11:33AM

7-Eleven Philippines sees bigger spending, visitors after aggressive card payments rollout

By: Miguel R. Camus

Philippine Seven Corp., the Paterno family-led operator of 7-Eleven convenience stores across the country, said its aggressive rollout of card payment terminals is boosting foot traffic and spending in its outlets, helping cushion last year’s sales slowdown.

31 Mar 2026

4:04PM

Regional ‘sari-sari’ stores drive growth beyond Metro Manila

Growth in the Philippines’ sari-sari store sector is shifting decisively to the provinces, with regional areas now leading expansion and transaction activity, according to a new Packworks study.

30 Mar 2026

2:39PM

Wilcon 2025 profit dips 3.3% but boosts dividend 11.1%

Wilcon Depot reported full-year 2025 net income of P2.45 billion, down 3.3 percent year-on-year, as higher costs and weaker other income offset steady sales growth. Net sales rose 3.7 percent to P35.44 billion, while gross profit reached P13.68 billion with a 38.6 percent margin.

25 Mar 2026

10:04AM

No Brand exits PH in June as Robinsons Retail cuts underperforming unit

Robinsons Retail Holdings, Inc. (RRHI) is shutting down its No Brand stores after seven years, exiting a Korean retail concept that failed to gain meaningful traction in the Philippine market.

17 Mar 2026

7:33AM

Robinsons Land revamps flagship Manila mall, two others in P5-B redevelopment push

By: Miguel R. Camus

Robinsons Land Corp. (RLC) is set to complete a P5-billion expansion and redevelopment of key malls, including its largest shopping center, Robinsons Manila, as the industry giant kicks off the next phase of growth in 2026.