History
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It all starts in Apan Hidalgo
At the age of 15, Ángel Losada Gómez arrived in Mexico from Spain with the intention of working with his brother in Mexico City. He goes to Apan, in the state of Hidalgo, where he works in his brother-in-law's store, which allows him to save money to become independent. -
Foundations
Don Ángel founds "La Comercial" in Apan Hidalgo. Foundations of what would later be Gigante. Seeds and groceries are initially sold in this store; Subsequently, agricultural machinery and barley for malt houses in the region are included. The store in Apan still remains under the name "La Moderna". -
Inauguration of the first Gigante store
On November 28, 1962, in Mexico City, the first store of the chain, Gigante Mixcoac, was inaugurated. The 250 employees in the store and 65 in the offices constituted Gigante's cornerstone. From this moment until 1977, a total of 11 stores were opened in Mexico City and the Metropolitan Area. -
First Toks Restaurant
The first Toks restaurant is inaugurated in the area of the Basilica of Guadalupe. -
32 stores in the Mexican Republic
There are 32 the number of stores in four cities of the Mexican Republic: Mexico City, Guadalajara, Puebla and Querétaro. From this moment until 1990, 9 more stores were opened in cities such as Celaya, Acapulco, Salamanca and Morelia, as well as 12 more in Mexico City and the Metropolitan Area. -
Store number 100 opens
In July of that year, Gigante entered the Mexican Stock Exchange, becoming a public company. -
Partnership with Radio Shack
Association is made with the electronics company Radio Shack Corporation. The operation of stores with three different formats begins, Gigante, Bodega Gigante and Super Gigante. Gigante buys the El Sardinero and Blanco chains, adding 43 more stores. -
Partnership with Office Depot
Partnership is made with Office Depot INC. thus initiating a new concept of stores specializing in office supplies. -
First Gigante Store U.S.A.
It was decided to reach the Latino market in the United States with the first Gigante U.S.A. store, in the city of Los Angeles, Cal., thus establishing itself as the first chain of Mexican origin in that country. -
Creation of Tiendas Super Precio
A new challenge is undertaken with the creation of Tiendas Super Precio, which is distinguished by having small, simple establishments and basic necessities at very affordable prices. -
The Super Maz stores are incorporated into Grupo Gigante
Located in the Southeast of the country (Campeche, Yucatan, Tabasco, Chiapas and Quintana Roo). -
New distribution center (CEDIS) is inaugurated
A new distribution center for fresh produce is inaugurated in Tultitlán, State of Mexico, and a meat plant. Dry distribution center is inaugurated in Monterrey. -
205 Stores
205 stores become part of Tiendas Soriana S.A. de C.V. The Board of Directors approves the divestment in the self-service business, through the transaction in which the operation and administration of 205 stores become part of Tiendas Soriana S.A. de C.V. Said operation included the protection and conservation of the jobs of more than 24,000 employees of said stores and distribution centers. A new stage of consolidation, growth and investment begins for the Group in Mexico. -
Gigante Grupo Inmobiliario (GGI) starts operations
GGI begins, a business unit responsible for managing the Group's real estate and properties and developing real estate projects. The association with Radio Shack México ends. -
The Home Store begins operations
The development of 2 real estate projects is approved: Corporativo Dos Patios and Las Tiendas San Esteban Shopping Center in the State of Mexico. Start GGI Shopping Center Gran Terraza Lomas Verdes -
The Gran Terraza Lomas Verdes Shopping Center is inaugurated
The Las Tiendas San Esteban Shopping Center is inaugurated, Office Depot de México acquires the company Carvajal Internacional S.A.S. -
The first Panda Express is inaugurated in Mexico
The remodeling that gave rise to Las Tiendas Cancún was carried out. Pre-sale begins in the housing projects called Puerta Santa Lucía and Puerta Jardín -
The Dos Patios Corporate Office is inaugurated
Grupo Gigante turns 50 in November. It is in continuous evolution, overcoming the challenges of the many, rapid and sometimes violent changes that have taken place in Mexico and the rest of the world, looking to the future with the same confidence as always and committed to the country, its shareholders and all his collaborators. -
100% of Office Depot is acquired
100% of Office Depot is acquired; Petco and Cup Stop are born. AlignPro, a consulting and solution implementation company in Retail and Real Estate Management, begins operations. -
The acquisition of Restaurantes California is announced
The acquisition of Restaurantes California by Toks is announced, which is integrated as of 2015. Casa Marchand México and the Office Depot operation in the Dominican Republic are acquired. GGI consolidates its ongoing projects of Andamar I and II in Veracruz, and Miyana in D.F. Se adquiere Casa Marchand México y la operación de Office Depot en República Dominicana. GGI consolida sus proyectos en proceso de Andamar I y II en Veracruz, y Miyana en el D.F. -
Restaurantes Toks acquires all the shares of Restaurantes California
Restaurantes Toks acquires all the shares of Restaurantes California S.A. de C.V. to Controladora Comercial Mexicana, thus adding 46 California Restaurants and 7 Beer Factory Units to the Group Office Depot de Mexico acquires: • 51% of the shares of Grupo PRISA in Chile • 100% of the shares of Radio Shack de México S.A. de C.V., taking possession of 247 stores related to this operation, as well as all the brands, trade names, domains and other industrial property rights Office Depot de México adquiere: • El 51% de las acciones de Grupo PRISA en Chile • El 100% de las acciones de Radio Shack de México S.A. de C.V., tomando posesión de 247 tiendas relacionadas con esta operación, así como la totalidad de las marcas, nombres comerciales, dominios y otros derechos de propiedad industrial -
Sale of Corporativo Dos Patios to UIR Polanco
Sale of Corporativo Dos Patios to UIR Polanco. Acquisition of 6 Wings Restaurants (Barranca, Fray Servando, Chapultepec, Querétaro, Alameda and Cedros assets). 25 years of listing on the Mexican Stock Exchange. Early amortization and cancellation of 6.875% of the notes payable in 2020 of Office Depot de México for an amount of $350 million USD. Adquisición de 6 Restaurantes Wings (Barranca, Fray Servando, Chapultepec, Querétaro, Alameda y activos de Cedros). 25 años de cotizar en la Bolsa Mexicana de Valores. Amortización anticipada y cancelación de los 6.875% de las notas pagaderas en 2020 de Office Depot de México por un importe de $350 millones de USD. -
Grupo Gigante announces its new CEO
Full advance payment of the long-term Credit Agreement entered into by Grupo Gigante on July 4, 2014. GG continues to develop its strategic plan, refinancing its current debt for a longer term and under better conditions. Location of new corporate offices of Grupo Gigante, at Avenida Ejército Nacional 769, Torre B, 12th floor, Col. Granada C.P. 11520, CDMX Grupo Gigante announces its new CEO, as well as adjustments to its organizational and top-level structure as part of its strategic plan and corporate governance. Ubicación de nuevas oficinas corporativas de Grupo Gigante, a Avenida Ejército Nacional 769, Torre B, Piso 12, Col. Granada C.P. 11520, CDMX Grupo Gigante anuncia su nuevo Director General, así como ajustes en su estructura organizacional y de primer nivel como parte de su plan estratégico y su gobierno corporativo. -
Strategic alliance with Shake Shack
Refinancing of the Simple Credit Agreement entered into by Grupo Gigante in July 2017 for $4,200 million pesos at a weighted maturity of 6 years. Strengthening of the organizational structure of Grupo Gigante and subsidiaries, taking into account the best experiences and market practices. Strategic alliance with Shake Shack to develop and operate the Shake Shack Hamburgers, Hot Dogs and Custards business in Mexico. Decentralization of the Digital Transformation function to reinforce the implementation of the strategy in Retail businesses Fortalecimiento de la estructura organizacional de Grupo Gigante y subsidiarias, atendiendo las mejores experiencias y prácticas de mercado. Alianza estratégica con Shake Shack para desarrollar y operar en México el negocio de Hamburguesas, Hot Dogs y Custards Shake Shack. Descentralización de la función de Transformación Digital para reforzar la implementación de la estrategia en los negocios de Retail -
In 2019, we have more than 921 thousand M2 of rental floor
• Elimination of our exposure to dollars and refinancing of debt. • In 2019, we have more than 921 thousand M2 of rental floor, with a total of 983 units, including stores, restaurants and 91 parking lots, with a continuous presence in 8 countries, including Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Panamá , Costa Rica, Chile and Colombia. • We continue to make the Energy Savings project more efficient, the implementation of the Organizational Development strategy, with a long-term vision, addressing talent and culture issues, as well as the implementation of the Labor Reform. We remain qualified in the first places in Transparency and Anti-Corruption Practices, within the 500 most important Companies in the country, and the 200 Companies with the greatest Social Responsibility in Mexico and other strategic initiatives underway during 2019. -
Pandemic caused by coronavirus SARS-CoV-2
• Pandemic caused by coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. • Social, political and financial uncertainty. Economic contraction of 8.2%, the worst in the last 90 years. • New digital strategies, remote work, electronic commerce and electronic means of payment. • Celebration of the 25th Anniversary of Office Depot Mexico. Establishing itself as a leader in the office supplies and technology sector. • Acquisition of assets, brand and rights derived from the franchise agreements, of the “El Farolito” taquerías. -
Toks turns 50 in Mexico
• At the end of 2021, 40% of vaccines were administered in all countries against Covid 19 and an estimated 70% by mid-2022 (WHO and UN). • High world inflation rates. Mexico with a rate of 7.36%. • The debt burden in emerging markets and developing economies increased during the pandemic. • Grupo Gigante SAB de CV makes payment of the liquidity credit for $1,300 million pesos. • Toks celebrates 50 years in Mexico. • Altos índices de inflación mundial . México con una tasa de 7.36%. • La carga de la deuda en los mercados emergentes y economías en desarrollo aumentaron durante la pandemia. • Grupo Gigante SAB de CV realiza pago del crédito de liquidez por $1,300 mdp. • Toks cumple 50 años en México. -
Sixty years of a Giant of the industry
Since 1962, the Grupo Gigante team has contributed to the country's development through operations in three divisions: Specialized Retail, Hospitality and Real Estate, with 16 brands that include 931 business units in 7 countries. It has generated more than 22,000 direct jobs and 100,000 indirect ones.
Casaideas will open stores in Mexico. In alliance with Matriz Ideas under the "Joint Venture" scheme, Casaideas is a business of design and sale of household goods.
Petco arrives in Chile with an "online store" format. -
Office Depot Mexico’s loyalty program
Office Depot Mexico's loyalty program surpassed 10 million members. Gigante Grupo Inmobiliario completed the development of the Agwa Bosques office complex and phase IV of Miyana. On October 22, 2023, Hurricane Otis severely affected the port of Acapulco. Fundación Gigante sent food supplies, appliances and construction materials to support 187 affected employees. Additionally, collections and contributions were made that, in total, exceeded $20 million pesos to support the general population. On December 22, 2023, Grupo Gigante became a signatory of the United Nations Global Compact. -
CORPORATE – HISTORY
- We strengthened our actions focused on environmental care, social responsibility, and governance by reducing our environmental impact, supporting various underprivileged social sectors, and promoting greater inclusion within our corporate governance structures.
- Investment in technology to grow our loyalty programs, reaching 19.8 million customers.
- Opening of 11 new restaurants and remodeling of 17 units.