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Residents of Dumlog in Talisay City can now enjoy convenient, affordable shopping right in their neighborhood with the opening of the new Metro Value Mart Dumlog. Metro Retail Stores Group Inc. (MRSGI) officially welcomed shoppers to its latest branch, the third in the growing Metro Value Mart lineup, offering a wide range of essentials at wallet-friendly prices.

(From left) Hon. Dennis Basillote representing the landowners Mr. and Mrs. Mortimer and Minerva Bascon; Marco Ang de Leon, MRSGI Vice President for Procurement; Hon. Richard Francis “Choy” Aznar, Vice Mayor of Talisay City; Dr. Jomar Rubio, Executive Secretary to the Office of the Mayor, representing Mayor Samsam Gullas; Manuel Alberto, MRSGI President and COO; Hon. Nelson Abellana, Dumlog Brgy. Captain; and Ms. Jacqueline Cano, MRSGI Vice President for Store Operations lead the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the new Metro Value Mart Dumlog in Talisay City.

During the inauguration, local leaders and community representatives joined Metro Retail executives in celebrating this new addition. Among the guests were Talisay City’s Vice Mayor Choy Aznar, Dr. Jomar Rubio representing Mayor Samsam Gullas, and other local stakeholders.

“Today is a proud moment for all of us at Metro Retail Stores Group Inc. as we officially open the doors of our newest store and our 3rd Metro Value Mart store right here in the heart of Talisay City. This marks another exciting milestone in our journey and reflects our ongoing promise to bring accessibility, convenience, and value closer to where people live,” Metro Retail’s President and Chief Operating Officer Manuel C. Alberto stated.

The Metro Value Mart Dumlog is designed as a convenient one-stop shop, offering a wide array of everyday essentials, fresh produce, pantry staples, and more, all at affordable prices. More than just a typical grocery store, it seeks to provide customers with a reliable and budget-friendly shopping experience.

Metro Value Mart Dumlog offers a wide selection of everyday essentials at affordable prices.

“Over the next three to five years, we are gearing up for an exciting period of growth, with plans to open more Value Mart branches in key neighborhoods across the country. Our goal is to make sure that every Filipino family has a Metro Value Mart within reach, a place they can trust for quality, affordability, and convenience,” Alberto added.

Beyond providing affordable products, the store is also expected to generate local jobs and support small businesses. MRSGI is committed to sourcing products from local suppliers whenever possible, helping strengthen the local economy.

As MRSGI continues to expand, it aims to deepen its engagement with local communities by promoting responsible retailing, prioritizing customer satisfaction, and ensuring that every Metro Value Mart serves as a trusted partner for the communities it supports.