Walter Mart expands network in Luzon, Philippines
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Luzon supermarket operator Walter Mart has added six new stores to its network this year and the company has also ventured online.
The Philippine firm says online retailing is its way of expanding its customer base beyond its physical stores across Metro Manila.
Rosemarie D Caalam, Walter Mart Supermarket GM, said that the expansion would further boost Walter Mart’s presence in Luzon. The company has no plan yet to expand in another area however she stressed it will continue to provide the community’s needs.
Caalam was commenting during the opening of ‘I Love Philippines’, a program of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), and part of the government’s Go Local project.
Walter Mart Supermarket has now 41 stores in Metro Manila, Central, and South Luzon. The chain operates its anchor stores such as the Walter Mart Supermarket, Walter Mart Cinemas, Abenson Appliances, Homeplus Furniture, Electroworld, and SB Furnitures.
Questions & Answers
Q.How many new stores has Walter Mart opened this year?
How many new stores has Walter Mart opened this year?
Walter Mart has opened six new stores this year. This expansion has helped to boost their presence across Luzon, adding to their existing network of physical locations.
Q.Why has Walter Mart decided to venture into online retailing?
Why has Walter Mart decided to venture into online retailing?
The company has ventured online as a method of expanding its customer base. This approach allows them to reach shoppers beyond the physical confines of their stores, particularly in Metro Manila.
Q.What is Walter Mart's current store count and geographical spread?
What is Walter Mart's current store count and geographical spread?
Walter Mart now operates 41 stores. These are located across Metro Manila, Central Luzon, and South Luzon, contributing to their presence in the region.
Q.Does Walter Mart plan to expand beyond Luzon in the near future?
Does Walter Mart plan to expand beyond Luzon in the near future?
No, Walter Mart currently has no plans to expand into other areas outside Luzon. However, the company is committed to continuing to meet the needs of the communities it serves.
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