Walmart to invest over $6 billion in Mexico by 2025

Walmart, one of the global giants in retail, has announced an ambitious investment of over $6 billion in Mexico for the year 2025. This move represents one of the largest foreign capital commitments in the country for the coming year, positioning Mexico not only as a key growth market for the company, but also as a strategic hub for logistics, technology, and employment innovation in Latin America.

New distribution centers: technology, efficiency, and reach

A major focus of this investment will be the construction and modernization of distribution centers, which will be equipped with cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and automated systems for inventory and delivery management. The goal is clear: enhance logistics efficiency, accelerate delivery times, and strengthen the infrastructure supporting the e-commerce channel, which has been rapidly growing since the pandemic.

At least four new logistics hubs are expected to be built, strategically located to serve different regions of the country—including the industrial north, the metropolitan center, and the south, an area where Walmart aims to expand its commercial presence.

These hubs will not only help reduce operational costs and carbon emissions, but will also reinforce the supply network for physical stores, self-service units, and online channels.

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Job creation: Over 5,500 direct jobs

As part of the announcement, Walmart Mexico confirmed that this investment will generate over 5,500 direct jobs, in addition to thousands of indirect positions related to infrastructure development, transportation, technology, and logistics services.

The new roles will span engineers, data analysts, robotics technicians, warehouse staff, logistics operators, and professionals specialized in e-commerce and customer service. Walmart also stated that it will prioritize hiring local talent and providing continuous training, in line with its commitment to the professional and economic development of the communities where it operates.

Aligned with the “Mexico Plan”: strategic investment and long-term vision

This investment aligns with the goals of the "Mexico Plan," an initiative promoted by the Mexican government to attract foreign investment, stimulate economic growth, and encourage nearshoring of key industries such as commerce, technology, logistics, and manufacturing.

In recent years, Mexico has emerged as a strategic destination for major global companies. Its geographic proximity to the United States, relative macroeconomic stability, young and skilled workforce, and trade agreements such as the USMCA make it an attractive territory for expansion projects.

Walmart, which already operates more than 2,800 stores in the country under various formats (Bodega Aurrera, Walmart Express, Superama, Sam’s Club), reinforces with this investment its ambition to consolidate itself as the leading omnichannel retailer in the region.

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Digital transformation: the new face of retail

Beyond physical infrastructure, a significant portion of the funds will go toward the digital transformation of purchasing, sales, and distribution processes. Resources will be invested in artificial intelligence for consumption pattern analysis, distribution center automation, last-mile technologies, and enhancements to the customer experience—both in physical stores and digital environments.

Walmart also plans to further develop its shopping app and e-commerce platform, integrating more features such as personalized recommendations, express delivery, and in-store self-service through mobile devices.

These initiatives aim not only to drive efficiency, but also to foster customer loyalty in an increasingly competitive landscape, where customer experience is a key differentiator.

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Expected impact: evolving jobs, logistics, and technology

Walmart’s 2025 investment in Mexico is not just a record-breaking figure. It’s a strategic move that will have a significant impact across three key areas:

• Employment and local development: The creation of thousands of jobs will help energize regional economies, particularly in areas where access to qualified employment remains limited.
• Logistics modernization: The new distribution centers and intensive use of technology will optimize product flows throughout the country, reducing time, costs, and waste.
• Retail technology transformation: The integration of AI, robotics, and advanced analytics positions Walmart at the forefront of retail in Latin America, setting the standard for others in the industry.

With this investment, Walmart not only strengthens its leadership in Mexico, but also actively contributes to the country’s economic and technological development.

A bold bet that will undoubtedly reshape the future of retail in the region.