Economy | The Wait Is Over: GMall of Cebu Makes a Grand Entrance

SDCP_Economy | CEBU CITY | July 30, 2025

G.Mall of Cebu: A Bold New Chapter in Cebu’s Retail Landscape

Cebu’s ever-growing urban landscape welcomed a game-changing addition in late 2022: the GMall of Cebu, the first-ever GMall to open in the Visayas region. Developed by DSG Sons Group, Inc., the same powerhouse behind the successful Gaisano Malls in Mindanao, GMall of Cebu marks a bold and exciting leap for both the company and the city.

🏢 From White Gold to G.Mall: A Transformation Rooted in Legacy

Situated along A. Soriano Avenue in the heart of the North Reclamation Area, GMall now stands on the historic site of the former White Gold Club, a beloved local department store with roots dating back to the 1930s. After White Gold’s closure in 2018, the area underwent a ₱1-billion redevelopment that culminated in GMall’s soft opening on December 1, 2022.

What began as a modest launch, featuring the GStore department store and GMarket supermarket, has since blossomed into one of Cebu’s most promising lifestyle centers.

🛍️ A Modern Shopping Destination

G.Mall of Cebu has redefined the retail experience in the metro. Designed with wide-open spaces, bright interiors, and modern amenities, the mall is more than just a place to shop, it's a space to unwind, dine, and discover.

Among its highlights:

• GStore: Two levels of fashion, tech, home goods, and essentials.

• GMarket: A full-sized supermarket offering both local and imported goods.

• G-Eats: A developing food court filled with quick bites and Cebuano favorites.

• Specialty Tenants: Growing numbers of electronics, gadgets, and service stores, including PC Chain, are drawing in tech-savvy shoppers.

As tenancy continues to expand, GMall’s interior layout ensures a smooth shopping experience with wide walkways, intuitive signage, and accessible parking—perfect for families, professionals, and daily commuters.

🌆 Strategic Location & Urban Impact

GMall Cebu’s location in the North Reclamation Area (NRA) is no coincidence. This area has emerged as one of Cebu’s fastest-growing commercial and residential corridors, surrounded by high-impact developments such as SM City Cebu, Robinsons Galleria, Mandani Bay, and the upcoming Infinite City.

G.Mall adds value to this momentum, not only by providing more shopping options but by creating hundreds of new jobs, supporting local suppliers, and elevating the city’s profile as a modern regional hub.

💡 More Than Just Retail

What sets G.Mall apart is its balance between tradition and progress. It continues the Gaisano family’s retail legacy, rooted in Cebu.. -- While embracing contemporary tastes and the demands of a new generation of shoppers.

Its welcoming atmosphere, strategic footprint, and growing tenant mix make G.Mall a promising anchor in Cebu’s evolving consumer landscape.

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✨ Experience It Yourself

Whether you're here for a quick grocery run, weekend shopping, or a casual meet-up over coffee, G.Mall Cebu offers a fresh, comfortable, and inspiring place to be. It's not just a mall--it's a sign of Cebu’s continued rise.

📍 Visit G.Mall Cebu today at A. Soriano Avenue, North Reclamation Area, Cebu City.
🗞️ Stay tuned for more updates as the mall continues to grow and thrive.

📸 Photo credits: SkyscraperCity Cebu
🔗 Read more on our official blog

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|📸 Source: SkyscraperCity Cebu Updates

Gov't. Infra | New Access Road Opens in Cebu IT Park

IN PUBLIC SERVICE | New Access Road Opens in IT Park

Cebu Governor Pam Baricuatro and Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival officially opened the newly completed access road along V. Padriga Street, IT Park, Cebu City, on July 1, 2025.

The road project is part of the province and city’s joint efforts to improve infrastructure and ease traffic congestion in one of Cebu’s most vibrant business districts.

“This access road is a symbol of progress and cooperation between the Province of Cebu and Cebu City,” said Governor Baricuatro during the short turnover ceremony. “We are committed to bringing services closer to the people through projects that directly impact their daily lives.”

Mayor Archival also emphasized the importance of mobility in a fast-growing urban area. “Improving access roads is not just about convenience—it’s about boosting economic activity, reducing travel time, and ensuring the city’s continued growth.”

The newly opened road is expected to decongest nearby thoroughfares and improve access for businesses and IT Park workers, residents, and visitors. The project was completed with support from the Cebu Provincial Engineering Office and the Cebu City Department of Engineering and Public Works.

📷 Photos courtesy of Cebu Province – Iste Sesante Leopoldo, Arlene Chua Solis

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Cebu City now under MECQ, NCR still GCQ - July 16 -31, 2020

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, in his "Talk to the People Address" on July 15, placed Cebu City under Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine (MECQ) starting July 16.

The National Capital Region, meanwhile, continues to remain under General Community Quarantine (GCQ).

Placed under GCQ until July 31, 2020 :
Laguna, Cavite, and Rizal for Calabarzon
 Lapu Lapu City, Mandaue City for Central Visayas
Ormoc City, Southern Leyte for Eastern Visayas
Butuan City, Agusan del Norte for Caraga
Basilan for BARMM
Zamboanga City for Zamboanga Peninsula
Talisay City, Minglanilla, and Consolacion for Cebu Province.

Placed under MGCQ the following areas (Modified General Community Quarantine) 
With zoning containment strategy and strict local action: 
CAR – Benguet, Baguio City
Ilocos Region  – Ilocos Sur, Pangasinan, Ilocos Norte, La Union, Dagupan City
Cagayan Valley – Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya
Central Luzon – Bataan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Bulacan, Tarlac, Zambales, Angeles City
Calabarzon – Batangas, Quezon, Lucena City
Mimaropa – Oriental Mindoro, Occidental Mindoro, Puerto Princesa City
Bicol Region – Albay, Masbate, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Sorsogon, Naga City
Western Visayas – Iloilo, Negros Occidental, Capiz, Antique, Aklan, Guimaras, Iloilo City, Bacolod City Central Visayas – Negros Oriental, Bohol, Cebu Province
Eastern Visayas – Western Samar, Leyte, Biliran, Tacloban City
Zamboanga Peninsula – Zamboanga del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga del Norte
Northern Mindanao – Misamis Occidental, Bukidnon, Lanao del Norte, Cagayan de Oro City, Iligan City
Davao Region – Davao Oriental, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Davao de Oro, Davao City
Soccsksargen – Sultan Kudarat, Cotabato, South Cotabato, General Santos City
BARMM – Lanao del Sur, Maguindanao.

The rest of the country remains under MGCQ until July 31, 2020.

Davao City ranks 9th place in the Richest City in the Philippines

SDCP Biznes | Economy

Abreeza CBD by Ayala Land 
as of 2018 | Photo courtesy of Mark Perandos

DAVAO CITY, Philippines
— For the 2nd time, Davao City made it to the top 10 Richest City in the Philippines. President Rodrigo Duterte's hometown Davao City ranks 9th place of the Richest City according to COA 2017 Annual Financial Report.  In the previous report, Davao City  rank 10th place. It has a  total assets of P13.18 billion from P8.9 billion in last year report for 2016.

The richest city is still Makati with P196 billion in total assets. It is followed by Quezon City with P68.33 billion and Manila with P38.67 billion.

In the same report, COA said Cebu City is the fourth richest city in the country, also in 2017, with P33.86 billion in assets. Its current assets are worth P23.73 billion while its non-current assets are worth P10.12 billion.

The other cities that made it to the Top 10 are Pasig with P33.7 billion, Taguig with P19.64 billion, Caloocan with P17 billion, Pasay with P16.6 billion, Davao with P13.18 billion, and Calamba with P12.41 billion.


The complete list of COA's 2017 Annual Financial Report for Richest City in the Philippines

1. Makati City with P196 billion
2. Quezon City with P68.33 billion  
3. Manila with P38.67 billion
4. Cebu City with P33.86 billion
5. Pasig City with P33.7 billion
6. Taguig City with P19.64 billion 
7. Caloocan City with P17 billion
8. Pasay City with P16.6 billion
9. Davao City with P13.18 billion
10. Calamba City with P12.41 billion