In a scenario of economic recovery after the 2023 recession, the Lima Chamber of Commerce (CCL) has revealed that Peru will experience notable growth in the retail sector by 2025. New shopping centers are expected to open in districts such as La Molina and Groove.
Leslie Passalacqua, president of the CCL Retail and Distribution Guild, highlighted the importance of these projects for the national economy and employment. With an investment that exceeds 50 million soles per project, these shopping centers will not only revitalize commerce, but will also contribute significantly to the country’s economic growth.
What are the new shopping centers in La Molina and Surco?
The CCL has confirmed to Andina the opening of important shopping centers in the districts of La Molina and Surco, which are designed to satisfy the growing demand of these sectors. Among the notable projects are the Lifestyle La Molinawith an investment of 60 million dollars, and the Real Plaza Higueretalocated in Surco, with an estimated investment of 120 million dollars.
La Molina and Surco: when will their new malls be inaugurated?
The opening of these shopping centers is scheduled for the next few years. Lifestyle La Molina and Real Plaza Higuereta are expected to be in Surco open their doors in 2025. The malls will have a wide variety of stores and services that will include recreational and gastronomic spaces.
What other shopping centers will open until 2025?
The expansion of the retail sector in Peru is not limited to La Molina and Surco. The CCL has detailed a list of other shopping centers that will open in various regions of the country until 2025. Among them are the Eco Plaza Wilson (30 million USD), Las Vegas Plaza Puente Piedra (40 million USD), Eco Plaza Piura (25 million USD) and Mall Plaza Cusco (70 million USD).
The inauguration of the Royal Plaza San Juan de Lurigancho (110 million dollars) and the Real Plaza Milenia in San Isidro (120 million dollars), projects that represent significant investments and will contribute to the creation of thousands of direct and indirect jobs in their respective locations.
Which areas have the best projections for opening shopping centers?
There are areas in the Peruvian capital that have high potential for the development of new shopping centers or the expansion of existing ones. Areas such as Lima Norte and Lima Sur have proven to be promising markets due to the success of centers such as Plaza Norte, Mega Plaza and Mall del Sur. These areas continue to show strong demand for modern and affordable commercial spaces.
The transformation and expansion of other centers such as Plaza San Miguel and Jockey Plaza also illustrate the potential for continued growth in these areas. Larcomar, another emblematic shopping center, could continue expanding to adapt to the new trends and needs of the modern consumer.
Source: Larepublica

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