Watsons PH expands to 1,166 stores across the country

MANILA, Philippines – Watsons Philippines, the health and beauty brand of SM Group, achieved remarkable growth in 2024 by opening 80 new stores, bringing its total nationwide presence to 1,166.

Over 50 of Watsons' new branches were launched in key cities and municipalities outside Metro Manila, particularly in Visayas and Mindanao, wherein, it operates in three formats: Watsons Pharmacy with over 1,000 locations, SM Beauty in 76 SM Stores, and LOOK, a multi-brand outlet at SM Aura and SM Mall of Asia.

A major growth driver for Watsons has been its community pharmacy model, which aims to bring essential healthcare products closer to local neighborhoods. 

Watsons Philippines Customer Director Jared Ernest De Guzman emphasized that these stores are designed for convenience, catering to the health, beauty, and wellness needs of busy customers. By the end of 2024, Watsons had established 400 community pharmacies across the country, reinforcing its commitment to accessibility and innovation in retail health services.

As part of its global expansion, Watsons celebrated a milestone with the opening of its 8,000th store in Asia at SM Mall of Asia. A.S. Watson Group CEO Malina Ngai highlighted the Philippines as a key market, given its fast-growing economy and young, health-conscious population.