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Mercadona is unstoppable in Portugal: just opened its 76th store
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Mercadona is unstoppable in Portugal: just opened its 76th store

SAPO Notícias14 September 2026 at 09:32

Mercadona opened a new store in Portugal on September 10th, marking its entry into the Vila Real district. This is the chain's first unit in this region and represents another step in its expansion strategy across Portuguese territory.

With this opening, Mercadona now has 76 supermarkets in Portugal, reinforcing its presence in the national market. The Spanish company has been growing steadily in the country in recent years.

The opening in Vila Real demonstrates that the chain is maintaining its expansion pace despite already being present in multiple areas of Portuguese territory. This new store allows Mercadona to reach more consumers in a region where it previously did not operate.

Why this matters

Consumers in Vila Real now have access to a new supermarket option in the city. This opening is part of Mercadona's continuous expansion strategy in Portugal, which already operates in 15 districts on the mainland. The chain's presence may influence the local food retail market, potentially affecting competition and the options available to consumers in the region.

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