Grupo Éxito le da un giro a sus supermercados Carulla: revela inversión del 2026 y decisión con alza del mínimo

Carlos Calleja, presidente del Grupo Éxito, celebra el nuevo rumbo de la marca Carulla. Foto: Cortesía

Grupo Éxito le da un giro a sus supermercados Carulla: revela inversión del 2026 y decisión con alza del mínimo

TL;DR

  • Grupo Éxito is expanding its Carulla supermarket brand to new areas in Bogotá, including the southern parts of the city.
  • The first Carulla in southern Bogotá, located in the Castilla neighborhood, opened after an investment of $4.7 billion COP.
  • The company plans to invest $150 million USD this year, a significant increase from $80 million USD in 2025.
  • This expansion includes converting 14 existing stores to Carulla and one to Éxito this year.
  • The strategy is driven by the principle that "everyone deserves the best near their home."
  • Grupo Éxito, a major employer with 33,000 jobs, is managing the 23% minimum wage increase by focusing on sales growth and not resorting to layoffs.
  • The new Carulla store offers an expanded product selection, including fresh produce, meats, delicatessen, bakery items, and prepared foods.
  • The company emphasizes collective effort and collaboration between businesses, the public sector, and civil society to drive economic growth.
  • The inauguration was attended by Bogotá's mayor, Carlos Fernando Galán, who highlighted the investment's importance.
  • The new Carulla features a mural by Marcela Villarreal, depicting local fauna and flora, as part of an initiative to integrate with the community.