Automation has ceased to be a futuristic promise and has become a central component of Walmart Mexico and Central America’s logistics strategy. The company announced the integration of robotic technology at its Megapark in Tepotzotlán, State of Mexico, a move aimed at accelerating e-commerce order fulfillment , improving operational accuracy, and strengthening a logistics network that already distributes millions of items nationwide .

The stakes are high. The technological solution installed at the e-commerce-focused distribution center involved an investment of over 400 million pesos (MXN) and will quadruple order fulfillment productivity, at a time when the growth of e-commerce is increasingly putting pressure on supply chains to respond with speed and accuracy.

“What we are inaugurating here today is much more than new technology. It is a new way to grow, to collaborate, to better serve Mexico,” said Gastón Wainstein, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain and Real Estate for Walmart Mexico and Central America, during the event held at the logistics complex in the State of Mexico.

The executive explained that the operation incorporates “goods-to-person” and “pick-to-person” systems , whereby robots transport products directly to associates, avoiding long journeys within the warehouse and concentrating tasks at consolidation and dispatch stations. “This allows us to prepare many more orders faster, more safely, and with complete accuracy, combining the best of automation with the talent of our people,” he stated.

The automation of the Megapark is part of a broader strategy to strengthen Walmart’s logistics infrastructure in Mexico, supported by a network comprised of three Fulfillment Centers located in the State of Mexico (Tepotzotlán), Guadalajara, and Monterrey, in addition to five omnichannel distribution centers in Mexicali, Chihuahua, Culiacán, Villahermosa, and Mérida. These facilities not only process e-commerce orders but also supply physical stores in their respective regions . Furthermore, 61 Last Mile Hubs are responsible for connecting merchandise with the end consumer daily.

From Tepotzotlán, along with its fulfillment centers and omnichannel network, the company distributes millions of items to e-commerce customers throughout Mexico. In the State of Mexico alone, Walmart operates distribution centers in Cuautitlán, Chalco, San Martín Obispo, Santa Bárbara, and its own Megapark, in addition to more than 460 stores.

Cristian Barrientos, CEO and president of Walmart Mexico and Central America, stated that this logistical transformation responds to the need to more intelligently connect the company’s physical, technological, and human network . “The automation here at the Megapark e-commerce distribution center is precisely that connection made real. It marks a turning point in how we supply and deliver to our millions of customers,” he noted

The executive noted that Walmart has more than 3,300 stores in over 600 cities across the country and more than 200,000 associates in Mexico, a structure that is now seeking to enhance itself with technology to support the growth of e-commerce. In this context, he highlighted that the company announced investments of 43 billion pesos in Mexico and Central America this year, directed towards infrastructure, new stores, supply chain, and technology.

Part of that investment will be concentrated in the State of Mexico. Barrientos announced that Walmart will invest more than four billion pesos in the state during the 2026-2027 period , where it currently employs approximately 33,000 associates. More than two thousand people work at the Megapark e-commerce distribution center alone .

The logistical importance of the State of Mexico was also underscored by state authorities. Laura González, the state’s Secretary of Economic Development, described the project as “a materialized investment that transforms the way e-commerce operates in our country,” while also defending the state’s position as “the logistical heart of the country . “

The official highlighted that the logistics sector in the State of Mexico grew 12.8% annually during 2024, exceeding the national average, and that it comprises 2,945 logistics-related businesses and more than 716,000 jobs. “We not only participate in national logistics, but we lead its expansion,” she stated.

Similarly, Horacio Duarte Olivares, Secretary General of the Government of the State of Mexico, affirmed that every investment in logistics infrastructure represents greater job opportunities and economic dynamism for the state . “Thank you very much for trusting in the State of Mexico and making it possible for our economy to grow,” he expressed.

Beyond automation, Walmart made it clear that the goal is to build a scalable operation to support the growth of e-commerce in Mexico. “Today, this opening marks the transition from traditional logistics to automated and robotic logistics ,” Wainstein summarized. “I think I’m not mistaken in saying that there is no other operation with this level of automation in the country.”

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Walmart de México y Centroamérica (Walmex)  reported a 1.7% increase in its consolidated revenues to 245,018 million pesos (mdp) during the first quarter of 2026 (1Q26) compared to the same period in 2025, when it totaled 240,975 million pesos.

In its quarterly report, the retail chain indicated that this increase was driven by sales growth in Mexico, which increased by 4.4%, as well as in Central America with an advance of 2.5 percent.

The firm noted that in the cycle it obtained a gross profit  of 59,593 million pesos , an increase of 2.6% compared to the first quarter of 2025 (1Q25), when it was 58,075 million pesos.

Walmex’s operating cash flow  or EBITDA was 24,979 million pesos in Q1 2026 , a 0.4% decrease compared to the same period in 2025. Net income increased 1.5% to 12,500 million pesos , while  operating profit decreased 2.2% , reaching 18,472 million pesos in the same period.

“We are seeing early signs of improvement in key operational drivers. The actions we have implemented are beginning to yield results, which reinforces our confidence in the path forward. This is a year of building, and we will face the coming months with intensity and discipline to turn these efforts into tangible results and accelerate market share gains,” said Cristian Barrientos, CEO and President of Walmart Mexico and Central America.

In Mexico, gross profit increased by 6% to reach 49.8 billion pesos in the period compared to 46.968 billion pesos in the same period of 2025. EBITDA in the first quarter of 2026 was 21.247 billion pesos, a 1.9% increase compared to Q1 2025.

In Central America, Walmart reported EBITDA of  3.732 billion pesos in Q1 2026 , representing an 11.9% decrease compared to the same period in 2025. Gross profit in the region was 9.793 billion pesos during the period, an 11.8% decrease compared to the first quarter of last year. Meanwhile, total revenue fell 10.3% compared to Q1 2025.

Walmart Mexico and Central America highlighted that  Bait , its telephone service, reached 26.6 million  active users  , while net sales from e-commerce in Mexico grew 14.4% in the cycle.

The retailer opened 14 new stores in Mexico and 3 in Central America in Q1 2026 , bringing its total to 4,282 units.

Looking ahead to the next quarter, the firm is preparing for the World Cup and Hot Sale, one of the most important moments for its e-commerce business .

“We see these events as a key opportunity to boost traffic, capture incremental demand, and further strengthen our omnichannel proposition, supported by an attractive catalog, competitive pricing, and improved execution,” the company emphasized.

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Walmart de México y Centroamérica (Walmex) reported  net sales of  280 billion 982 million pesos (mdp) in the fourth quarter of 2025 (4Q25), driven by an increase in the purchase ticket, which meant a growth of 3% compared to the same period of 2024.

Despite weak consumer spending in the country, the retailer indicated that it obtained a  gross profit  of 67,944 million pesos in the cycle , a 4.6% increase compared to the fourth quarter of 2024 (4Q24), when it was 64,982 million pesos.

In its results report sent to the  Mexican Stock Exchange (BMV) , Walmex indicated that its operating cash flow  or EBITDA was 29,595 million pesos in Q4 2025 , an increase of 8.1% over the same period in 2024.

In contrast, the firm’s net profit fell 3.9% to 14.6 billion pesos, while operating profit increased by 8.5% , reaching 23.317 billion pesos in the same period.

“As 2025 comes to a close, I want to thank our associates in Mexico and Central America. We remain focused on our three non-negotiables: everyday low prices, product availability, and accelerating e-commerce ,” said Cristian Barrientos, CEO and Managing Director of Walmart Mexico and Central America.

In Mexico, total revenues grew by 4.9%, reaching  237,314 million pesos in the period compared to 226,168 million pesos in the same cycle but in 2024; EBITDA was 25,489 million pesos, an increase of 10 percent.

In turn,  total revenues in Central America amounted to 45,535 million pesos , which meant an increase of 6.2% in Q4 2025, while EBITDA was 4,106 million pesos, an increase of 2.6 percent.

Walmart de México y Centroamérica stated that Bait , its telephone service, reached  26.4 million active users  in the period October-December 2025.

The retailer opened 102 new stores in Mexico and 13 in Central America in Q4 2025, bringing its total to 4,265 units.

Regarding the 2025 results, the company’s consolidated revenues registered an increase of 5.6%, while EBITDA showed an increase of 3.4% with 103,447 million pesos.

“We know what we need to do, we have clear priorities, and we will accelerate the speed at which we are moving. I am confident that this focus on fundamentals is strengthening our company and preparing us to accelerate our performance,” Barrientos emphasized.

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Due to strong sales performance in its stores in Mexico, Walmart de México y Centroamérica (Walmex) reported total revenues of 241 billion 520 million pesos (mdp) in the third quarter of 2025 (3Q25) , representing a 5% increase compared to the same period in 2024.

Despite weak consumer spending in the country, the retailer indicated that it obtained a gross profit of 59,774 million pesos in the cycle, an increase of 4.1% compared to the third quarter of 2024 (3Q24), when it was 57,408 million pesos.

In its results report sent to the Mexican Stock Exchange (BMV) , Walmex specified that its operating cash flow was 25,266 million pesos, an increase of 3.3% over the same period last year.

In contrast, the firm’s net profit fell 9.2% to 11,747 million pesos in the aforementioned period; while EBITDA was 25,266 million pesos, an increase of 3.3 percent.

Meanwhile, the supermarket chain’s overhead costs rose by 4.5%, driven by growth investments in new stores, technology, and the value proposition for associates.

In Mexico, sales grew by 5.6% to reach  200,567 million pesos in the period compared to 190,018 million pesos in the same period but in 2024; EBITDA was 21,490 million pesos, an increase of 3.8 percent.

“Our focus remains on what we can control and on accelerating market share gains, as demonstrated by our third-quarter results in Mexico. We are continuing with our investment plans to achieve long-term sustainable growth,” said Cristian Barrientos, CEO of Walmart Mexico and Central America.

Meanwhile, sales in Central America totaled 40.953 billion pesos , representing a 2.5% increase in Q3 2025 in countries such as Honduras, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Costa Rica, and Guatemala. EBITDA was 3.776 billion pesos, a 0.4% increase.

Walmart Mexico and Central America highlighted that  Bait , its telephone service, reached  23.5 million active users during the period, and specified that its e-commerce business  in Mexico grew 20%, driven mainly by On Demand , and in Central America it increased 38%.

In Q3 2025, Walmex opened 23 stores, 19 of which were Bodega Aurrera. The company now has 3,214 stores in Mexico and 936 in Central America.

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Due to strong sales performance in its stores in Mexico, Walmart de México y Centroamérica (Walmex) reported total revenues of 241 billion 520 million pesos (mdp) in the third quarter of 2025 (3Q25) , representing a 5% increase compared to the same period in 2024.

Despite weak consumer spending in the country, the retailer indicated that it obtained a gross profit of 59,774 million pesos in the cycle, an increase of 4.1% compared to the third quarter of 2024 (3Q24), when it was 57,408 million pesos.

In its results report sent to the Mexican Stock Exchange (BMV) , Walmex specified that its operating cash flow was 25,266 million pesos, an increase of 3.3% over the same period last year.

In contrast, the firm’s net profit fell 9.2% to 11,747 million pesos in the aforementioned period; while EBITDA was 25,266 million pesos, an increase of 3.3 percent.

Meanwhile, the supermarket chain’s overhead costs rose by 4.5%, driven by growth investments in new stores, technology, and the value proposition for associates.

In Mexico, sales grew by 5.6% to reach  200,567 million pesos in the period compared to 190,018 million pesos in the same period but in 2024; EBITDA was 21,490 million pesos, an increase of 3.8 percent.

“Our focus remains on what we can control and on accelerating market share gains, as demonstrated by our third-quarter results in Mexico. We are continuing with our investment plans to achieve long-term sustainable growth,” said Cristian Barrientos, CEO of Walmart Mexico and Central America.

Meanwhile, sales in Central America totaled 40.953 billion pesos , representing a 2.5% increase in Q3 2025 in countries such as Honduras, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Costa Rica, and Guatemala. EBITDA was 3.776 billion pesos, a 0.4% increase.

Walmart Mexico and Central America highlighted that  Bait , its telephone service, reached  23.5 million active users during the period, and specified that its e-commerce business  in Mexico grew 20%, driven mainly by On Demand , and in Central America it increased 38%.

In Q3 2025, Walmex opened 23 stores, 19 of which were Bodega Aurrera. The company now has 3,214 stores in Mexico and 936 in Central America.

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