MR. D.I.Y. conquers the market: 500 new branches in the next 3 years!

MR. D.I.Y. conquers the market: 500 new branches in the next 3 years!

On November 5, 2025, a new chapter opened for the Thai trading landscape. The MR. D.I.Y. Holding (Thailand) Public Company Limited has successfully debuted on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET). The company, known as the leading home improvement and lifestyle products retailer in Thailand, raised an impressive THB 5.6 billion, equivalent to approximately USD 173 million, in its initial public offering (IPO). This placement is supported by high-profile investors such as FIL Investment Management and Lion Global Investors, reinforcing confidence in the company's future development.

With a market capitalization of THB 51.7 billion (approximately USD 1.6 billion) at IPO, MR. D.I.Y. clear ambitions. CEO Andy Chin Guangui was optimistic about the company's strategy and advocated improving logistics and efficiency in the supply chain. The company already operates over 1,000 stores and has big plans to open at least 500 more stores in the next three years. With this, MR. D.I.Y. further expand its leading position in the Thai home improvement market. The growth forecasts are promising - the market is expected to grow from THB 182.6 billion in 2024 to THB 237.8 billion in 2029, with a CAGR of 5.4%.

Strong product range and brand image

MR. D.I.Y. offers an impressive product range of over 16,000 items in six main categories: Homeware, Hardware, Electrical, Stationery & Sports, Toys and more. According to the latest figures, the company has achieved a market share of approximately 9% in the Thai home improvement retail sector in 2024 and comes into pole position among retailers in this industry with a top-of-mind awareness rate of 37.0% in 2025. With the plans to expand the branch network and increase branch performance, MR. D.I.Y. ideally positioned for the challenges ahead.

But it's not just retail that's happening. There are also exciting developments in the field of medical technology. Dr. Kanal has been a pioneer in magnetic resonance imaging (MR) safety for over 30 years. He has chaired numerous MR safety committees and served as Chair of the American College of Radiology MR Safety Committee from 2001 to summer 2012. His involvement also extends to working with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), where he addressed issues related to MR safety.

A look into the future

The developments in both areas are not only important for the respective industries, but also show how dynamic the market in Thailand is. While MR. D.I.Y. shapes the retail landscape, says Dr. Channel to improve medical safety. These two facets – trade and health – come together in a country that is constantly evolving and in which both innovative products and safety standards play a crucial role.

The future looks bright, both for retailers and the healthcare industry. MR. D.I.Y. is determined to expand its market leadership, while experts such as Dr. Channel to further raise standards in medical technology. Thailand remains an exciting country full of developments to look forward to.