Background on ANTAD and its Relevance
The Asociación Nacional de Tiendas de Autoservicio y Departamentales (ANTAD) is a prominent organization in Mexico that represents major retail chains. These companies significantly influence the retail sector’s performance and trends in Mexico, making ANTAD’s reports highly relevant for understanding consumer behavior and market dynamics.
May Sales Performance
ANTAD reported that sales for its member stores saw their best performance in May since 2022, driven by strong consumer spending in department stores, Mother’s Day celebrations, and the Hot Sale event.
Sales Growth Details
- Same-store sales: Grew by 10.3% annually in nominal terms, marking the highest increase for May since 2022 when it was 11.3%.
- Total store sales: Increased by 13% compared to May 2024.
Factors Driving Sales Growth
The Mother’s Day celebration significantly boosted consumer spending in department stores, while the Hot Sale event held from May 26 to June 3, 2025 (compared to May 15-23, 2024), also contributed to the sector’s strong performance. Some ANTAD affiliates reported double-digit sales growth during this event.
Performance by Store Type
- Department stores: Led the way with sales growth of 25.5% for same-store units and 27.1% for total stores, thanks to chains like El Palacio de Hierro and Liverpool.
- Self-service stores: Experienced more moderate growth, with 3.0% for same-store units and 5.8% for total stores, including brands like Chedraui, La Comer, and Soriana.
- Specialty stores: Such as pharmacies, showed more stable growth with 2.7% for same-store units and 6.6% for total stores.
Annual Sales Performance
From January to May 2025, same-store sales grew by 2.9%, while total store sales increased by 5.5%.
Sales Figures
May’s sales amounted to 146.7 billion pesos, bringing the total for the first five months of 2025 to 640.7 billion pesos.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is ANTAD? ANTAD is the National Association of Supermarkets and Department Stores, representing major retail chains in Mexico.
- Why is ANTAD’s May sales report significant? The report reflects strong consumer spending and market trends, providing insights into the retail sector’s performance in Mexico.
- What factors contributed to the sales growth in May 2025? Mother’s Day celebrations and the Hot Sale event played crucial roles in driving sales, along with robust consumer demand throughout May.
- How did different store types perform in May 2025? Department stores led the way with significant growth, while self-service and specialty stores experienced more moderate increases.
