
The expansion deepens MR. D.I.Y.'s market penetration and creates a logistics edge, boosting profitability and setting a new scale benchmark for Thai home‑improvement retail.
MR. D.I.Y. Holding, Thailand’s fastest‑growing home‑improvement retailer, announced a 4 billion‑baht capital deployment for 2024, earmarking 2.1 billion baht for 210 new store openings and 1.9 billion baht for a 160‑rai automated warehouse in Samut Prakan. With 1,127 outlets already covering all 77 provinces, the company aims to push its footprint beyond 1,500 stores by 2027, reinforcing a nationwide presence in both urban and rural markets. The aggressive rollout aligns with a 24 % revenue jump to 20.1 billion baht in 2025.
The automated distribution centre, slated for partial operation in 2028 and full capacity by 2031, will underpin logistics for roughly 3,000 stores, reducing lead times and inventory costs. Coupled with a cost‑based pricing model that keeps MR. D.I.Y. products about 27 % cheaper than rivals, the firm leverages imported goods and a growing private‑label portfolio, which now accounts for nearly 45 % of sales. This mix of low‑price advantage and higher‑margin private brands strengthens profitability, as evidenced by a 48 % net‑profit surge to 2.6 billion baht.
Industry analysts view the expansion as a bellwether for Thailand’s home‑improvement sector, which still has untapped potential despite recent retail recovery signals. By scaling its store network and modernizing supply chain infrastructure, MR. D.I.Y. positions itself to capture greater market share and set a benchmark for cost‑efficient retailing in Southeast Asia. Investors are likely to reward the clear growth trajectory and margin‑enhancing strategies, while competitors may feel pressure to adopt similar automation and private‑label initiatives.
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