Watsons Philippines expands with 80 new stores in 2024

It now has a total of 1,166 stores nationwide.

Watsons Philippines expanded its footprint in 2024, opening 80 new stores across the country, including over 50 outside Metro Manila. This brings its total store count to 1,166.

The company also celebrated the opening of its 8,000th store in Asia at SM Mall of Asia, a milestone highlighted by A.S. Watson Group CEO Dr. Malina Ngai.

“The Philippines has been selected for this momentous occasion because it’s one of the fastest-rising economies in Asia and a strategic market for AS Watson,” she said. “This vibrant and highly potential market has a young demographic that increasingly focuses on health and beauty, aligning perfectly with Watsons’ expertise.”

Watsons continues to grow beyond malls, targeting local communities. By the end of 2024, it operated 400 community stores across the country.

“Our community stores bring essential healthcare products closer to home, catering to the convenience sought by our busy shoppers. They have become vital destinations for health, beauty, and wellness needs,” said  Jared de Guzman, Customer Director at Watsons.

Since opening its first community pharmacy in 2015, Watsons has expanded to three formats: Watsons Pharmacy, SM Beauty counters, and multi-brand LOOK outlets.