Mexico Eyes MX$200 Billion World Cup; Chedraui Expands Supercito

This week in retail news: Falabella announced a record US$3.4 billion investment to expand operations following its merger with Neiman Marcus. Meanwhile, Mexico is preparing for an estimated MX$200 billion economic boost from the 2026 World Cup as its digital ecosystem matures, with internet users reaching 110 million and Chedraui shifting its growth strategy toward 130 new “Supercito” proximity stores.

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Falabella Announces Record US$900 Million Investment for 2026

Grupo Falabella announced a record investment plan of US$900 million for 2026, a 40% increase from the US$650 million deployed in 2025. The Chilean multinational retailer said the funds will prioritize the transformation of existing physical assets and the opening of 17 new stores across Latin America as part of a multi-year growth strategy.

FEMSA Exits Jüsto as Grupo OMNi Takes Control

Fomento Económico Mexicano (FEMSA) has formally exited its investment in Jüsto, the digital supermarket recently acquired by Grupo OMNi. The Mexican retail and bottling conglomerate confirmed it is no longer an investor, distancing itself from the platform’s new administration led by Costa Rican businessman Moisés Chaves.

Mexico’s World Cup Impact Seen Near MX$200 Billion

Mexico could generate nearly MX$200 billion (US$11 billion) in economic benefits from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to CONCANACO SERVYTUR. The projection significantly exceeds the federal government’s official estimate of MX$65 billion, pointing to a broader and more robust impact on the domestic economy than previously anticipated.

Saks Global Files for Chapter 11, Citing Inventory Pressures

Saks Global filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Tuesday in the US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas, following an extended period of financial distress. The luxury retail group was formed through the US$2.7 billion merger of Saks Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman, and Neiman Marcus in late 2024.

Mexico Advances Digital Integration as Users Hit 110 Million

Mexico’s technological landscape is defined by near-universal mobile connectivity, a sharp increase in fixed-line internet speeds, and a social media ecosystem that has surpassed key adoption milestones, according to the latest DataReportal analysis for 2026. As of late 2025, Mexico’s internet user base reached 110 million people, representing an 83.5% penetration rate of the total population. This digital expansion is unfolding alongside a population that reached 132 million in October 2025, growing at an annual rate of 0.8%.

Chedraui’s 2026 Strategy Centers on Supercito Expansion

Chedraui announced its 2026 strategic guidance, centered on an aggressive expansion of selling space and a pivot toward proximity formats to capture a larger share of the convenience market. The Mexican retailer plans to open 152 new locations during the year, with nearly 90% of domestic openings concentrated in its Supercito format, positioning the company to compete more directly with convenience store leaders.