Nosy Tarsee got wind of whispers circulating in the business sector about a major acquisition.

A prominent investment holding firm, which pivoted from its roots in real estate development about five years back, has snapped up a thriving consumer retail powerhouse known for raking in over P7 billion in annual recurring revenues from everyday essentials like groceries and pharmacies.

This retail giant operates across various formats in wholesale and consumer goods, holding strong positions in the pharmacy sector within key regions of Luzon and Mindanao, while dominating the grocery scene in a western Visayan province.

The move is set to blend seamlessly into the acquirer’s diverse field, which spans provincial community malls, office towers, warehouse facilities, and an asset-light hotel chain with ambitious plans to expand to a million rooms across 100 countries worldwide.

Insiders say this synergy aligns perfectly with the holding company’s long-term vision, dreamed up by its top brass, of hitting a staggering P500 billion in revenue by 2035.

It’s all about building value in the competitive landscapes of retail, hospitality, and property investment. Could this be the next big shake-up in the consumer and real estate sectors?