Walmart invests $65 million in its first Supercenter in Bayamón

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    "title": "Walmart invests $65 million in its first Supercenter in Bayamón - WJournalpr",
    "excerpt": "Walmart Puerto Rico broke ground on a $65 million project that will bring the first Walmart Supercenter to Bayamón. This expansion will make the facility the company’s 19th store in Puerto Rico, generating over 265 jobs during construction and more than 600 permanent positions once it opens. The new store will span approximately 170,000 square feet and be located at the intersection of PR-167 and PR-828 in Bayamón’s Buena Vista neighborhood. Walmart projects that the store will begin operations during the second quarter of 2028. This investment represents one of Walmart’s latest expansion and modernization initiatives in Puerto Rico as the company continues to grow its operations on the island. “Breaking ground represents much more than the start of construction. It reflects our confidence in Puerto Rico and our commitment to continuing to grow alongside the communities we serve,” said Angel Alicea, Regional General Manager for Walmart Puerto Rico. The project will generate over 265 jobs during the construction phase, while the Supercenter’s operations will add more than 600 permanent positions, according to the company. “The arrival of the first Walmart Supercenter in Bayamón will create hundreds of jobs and expand families' access to a modern, convenient, and affordable shopping experience,” Alicea added. The store will feature departments for groceries, home goods, garden...",
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