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Decathlon Reenters Argentina With Vicente López Flagship Opening Saturday

Local partner Grupo One outlines a five-year, US$100 million rollout bringing more Mulliez brands to Argentina.

Overview

  • The first new store opens November 8 at Al Río in Vicente López, spanning 3,300 square meters with gear for more than 60 sports.
  • Decathlon published reference prices that follow its global logic adapted to the local exchange rate, broadly in line with Uruguay and roughly up to 20% higher than Chile.
  • Grupo One, led by Manuel Antelo with partners including Sabine Mulliez and Pedro Aguirre Saravia, holds the rollout and targets 20 locations in five years with a US$100 million investment.
  • Next steps include a Decathlon at Abasto planned for Q3 2026, a later opening at Alto Palermo, expansion to cities such as Rosario or Córdoba, Kiabi’s launch in March at Florida and Corrientes, and a potential Naterial site in Nordelta.
  • After stockouts in Montevideo, the team has bolstered inventory for launch and is exploring open-air retail parks, including a possible site at Car One in Tortuguitas, to address large-format space constraints.