Corporativo Fragua, S.A.B. DE C.V. (Mexico)

Corporativo Fragua, S.A.B. de C.V., founded in 1942 and incorporated in 1983, is a Mexican holding company headquartered in Guadalajara, Jalisco, primarily engaged in the retail and distribution of pharmaceutical and consumer goods. Its flagship brand is Farmacias Guadalajara, which operates under the Superfarmacia concept—integrating pharmacy, grocery, bakery, and convenience store services in a single location. As of 2025, the company manages over 600 stores across 144 cities in 19 Mexican states, making it one of the largest pharmacy chains in the country. Fragua’s operations are supported by subsidiaries including Fotosistemas Especializados, Transportes y Envíos de Guadalajara, and Organización de Vigilancia Comercial, which provide services such as photo processing, logistics, and security. The company also markets products under the Kromi brand for photographic services. Its product portfolio spans medicines, medical devices, groceries, perfumes, electronics, toys, and personal care items, along with custom photo printing services. Corporativo Fragua is publicly traded on the Mexican Stock Exchange (BMV: FRAGUA) and led by Javier Arroyo Chávez as Chairman and CEO. With a workforce of almost 60,000 employees, the company reported annual revenues of MXN $120 billion in 2024, reflecting consistent growth and strong market presence.