The Filipino commercial landscape is a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of ancient tradition, colonial influence, and modern innovation. From the humble, ubiquitous sari-sari store that dots nearly every neighborhood corner to the colossal, air-conditioned shopping malls that have become modern-day agoras, the way Filipinos buy, sell, and interact around commerce tells a profound story… From Sari-Sari Store to Shopping Mall: The Evolution of Filipino Retail Culture