The Ayala Group is accelerating the expansion of Australian home and lifestyle brand Anko in the Philippines, targeting up to 18 stores by the end of 2026.
The move is part of a strategic push to bring affordable, design-led home essentials closer to Filipino communities.
Ayala Group head of corporate strategy and business development Mark Robert Uy said at the opening of Anko’s largest Philippine branch at TriNoma Mall in Quezon City the group is confident in scaling the brand’s local footprint.
Five stores are slated by end-2025, with 10 to 12 more planned for 2026.
“By the end of this year, we’re aiming for five stores. Then next year, we’re looking at 10 to 12, still within Mega Manila, and then after from Pampanga to Laguna,” Uy said, adding a personal aspiration to bring Anko to his hometown of Iloilo.
Uy said that while Anko’s initial stores, including the new TriNoma location, are in Ayala Malls, the partnership is not exclusive.
“We’re open to other mall developers. What matters is bringing Anko closer to where people live. Given the traffic challenges in Metro Manila, most people don’t travel more than two to three kilometers to shop. So accessibility is key,” he said.
The group’s location strategy is guided by proximity, convenience and community connection rather than just purchasing power, he said.
The Ayala Group introduced Anko to the Philippine market to meet growing demand from middle-class consumers for stylish yet affordable homeware, offering a curated mix of products that blend Australian design with everyday function.
Anko’s new store in TriNoma spans 1,634 square meters, with 1,421 sq. m. of retail space, making it the largest in the country so far.
It is the third branch since the opening of Anko Glorietta and Anko Alabang Town Center and is located near the MRT North Ave. station for easy access.
“We’ve scaled our operations to meet growing demand, but more importantly, to deepen our impact. This store represents growth that’s both measurable and meaningful. We’re creating jobs, inspiring homes, and offering families a better way to shop for their everyday needs,” said Anko country manager Rachel Turner.
