Puregold allots P1.9B for expansion, opens first store in Zamboanga del Norte
In a statement, Puregold said it earmarked a total funding of P1.9 billion to boost its store network of currently 500 branches nationwide.
In line with this expansion initiative, the company opened its first store in Zamboanga del Norte on July 26, 2025.
The Purgeold Zamboanga del Norte branch is the supermarket chain's 17th new store this year, 'with eight more outlets opening within the year in locations within Northern and Southern Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.'
'We are proud to mark our presence in Zamboanga del Norte, where we see tremendous potential for growth. More than becoming another retail player in the area, our brand has the unique opportunity to play a key role in accelerating the development of its MSME sector,' said Ferdinand Vincent Co, Puregold Price Club Inc. president.
'We believe that when small businesses thrive, the entire community benefits. This is our vision for Sindangan and all other new locations where we will open our doors this year,' said Co. –VAL, GMA Integrated News
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