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Gaisanos' Metro Retail expansion lifts 2025 earnings

Published Apr 13, 2026 11:17 am
Gaisano-led Metro Retail Stores Group Inc. (MRSGI) posted a 12-percent growth in net income to ₱682.64 million last year on the back of solid growth across key business segments, strategic new store openings, margin expansion, as well as cost management and operational efficiency.
In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) on Monday, April 13, the firm said total sales improved 4.9 percent to reach ₱41.56 billion in 2025.
Same-store sales growth (SSSG) was reported at 0.6 percent, reflecting the resilience of the underlying business despite minor disruptions encountered during the year.
Blended gross margin improved to 21.8 percent from 21.4 percent in 2024, bolstered by stronger margins in the food retail segment.
This helped offset a 9.3-percent rise in operating expenses (opex), which were influenced by new store launches, rising utility and personnel costs, and calamity-related losses.
To mitigate inflationary pressures, MRSGI said it is continuing its cost management and sustainability efforts, including the installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in up to 19 of the company’s stores.
As a result of these balanced efforts, MRSGI’s cash earnings or earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) rose to ₱2.63 billion, a 12.4-percent increase from the prior year.
MRSGI President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) Joselito G. Orense said, “2025 was a year of disciplined execution and measurable impact for MRSGI.”
“By strategically expanding our network into high-growth regions and introducing innovative store formats, we strengthened our market presence, delivered higher sales and margins, and improved cash earnings,” he added.
In 2025, MRSGI expanded its footprint across Luzon and Visayas with the opening of 10 new stores. This growth included the continued rollout of small-format Metro Value Marts and the launch of a new Metro Supermarket and Department Store in Bais City, Negros Oriental province.
The company has constantly embraced retail innovation by launching Metro Corner lifestyle stores. This initiative was highlighted by the opening of Metro Corner at Mandani Bay, which marked MRSGI’s entry into the premium urban market with a selection of curated essentials and artisan products.
To date, Metro Retail operates a total of 81 branches across Luzon and Visayas under the formats Metro Supermarket, Metro Department Store, Super Metro Hypermarket, Metro Value Mart, and Metro Home Improvement and Lifestyle.
In line with its commitment to sustainable growth and strong corporate governance, MRSGI continues to expand its retail network.

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