By Pablo Barrera / archive image: Pablo Barrera
Quetzaltenango, August 27, 2026. — As part of its firm commitment to Guatemala's economic growth, Walmart announced the development of its new commercial project in the western region of the country: Walmart Quetzaltenango Periférico. The new branch is currently under construction and its official grand opening is scheduled for November of this year.
Investment and local development
The project will represent an investment of US$12.4 million (approximately 94.6 million quetzales at the current exchange rate), consolidating the company's presence in the republic's second most important city and generating new employment and development opportunities for the Quetzaltecan community.
Strategic location
Walmart Quetzaltenango Periférico will be specifically located at 0 Street 6-243 Zone 9 of Quetzaltenango, in the area known as "El Cerezo," on the way to San Marcos. This location directly responds to the dynamism and accelerated residential and commercial growth experienced by this sector of the city.
Savings, quality, and omnichannel experience
With this new branch, Quetzaltecan families will have a modern and comprehensive option to make their purchases under the Everyday Low Price promise, backed by strict high-quality standards in groceries, textiles, home appliances, and technology, among others.
Additionally, the store will offer an omnichannel shopping experience so that customers can choose how and when to acquire their products, either in-person at the physical store or through digital platforms (e-commerce). For greater convenience, the design includes:
Exclusive parking spaces for curbside pickup service located at the front of the establishment.
A spacious general parking lot for all visitors.
Dedicated spaces to foster the participation of small and medium-sized regional producers within the supermarket's commercial dynamics.
Long-term commitment
Joanna Ortiz, Walmart's director of operations, highlighted the project's relevance: "Quetzaltenango is a key development hub for the country. With this new store, we seek to bring our value proposition closer to more families, allowing them to save money and time so they can live better, while contributing to the community's economic growth through job creation and the strengthening of local commerce."
With infrastructure work progressing steadily, Walmart is gearing up to welcome its customers during the month of November, reaffirming its long-term vision in Guatemala through a commitment to modern projects that generate sustainable value for the residents of Quetzaltenango and its surrounding areas.































