Chile: Chile’s Biggest Retailer Bets on Hard-Discount Stores

Discount Retail Chain Don Salva, is formally inaugurated by Cencosud, in the Santiago Centro district. The launch beginning of June was attended by Chile’s economy and mining minister, Daniel Mas, and the mayor of Santiago, Mario Desbordes. The store sits on Santo Domingo street, in a traditional downtown neighbourhood. Cencosud has said it plans to open further locations in central Santiago and across the wider metropolitan region during the year. Don Salva is built around a

Americas

Jun 153 min read

Dominican Republic: Ritmo opened 50 stores in Dominican Republic

Discount Retail Chain Ritmo (developed by the same founders of Justo Y Bueno) has opened since August 2025 50 stores in the Dominican Republic. Known for its aggressive promotional strategies and low-price model, the chain aims to establish an initial footprint of another 50 small-format discount stores across various regions of the country. According to details shared on the Business Lunch program, Justo Y Bueno—which experienced rapid growth in Colombia after its 2016 debut

Americas

Jun 122 min read

UAE: Majid Al Futtaim Launches SAVA, Bringing Customers Unbeatable Value

Discount Retail Chain SAVA, MAF owned Emirati modern discount retailer combines high-quality products, affordable prices, convenience, and a modern shopping experience. SAVA’s flagship location opened in Deira with a second store at Jumeirah Beach Residences. Two further stores to open this week and 10 locations across the UAE by year-end. Majid Al Futtaim, a leading pioneer in shopping malls, communities, retail, and leisure across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, has l

Middle East & Africa

Jan 142 min read