20/09/2025
Casio Philippines Goodbye
Casio Philippines has announced that it will leave the Philippine market. This decision shocked many loyal customers who have trusted Casio for many years. The company said that it was forced to close operations because of the weak local economy and the strong competition from international watch brands.
In a press conference this morning, the CEO of Casio Philippines explained the sad news. He said that the cost of operation has become too high.
Rent, logistics, and other expenses have continued to rise. At the same time, their income went down by 65% during the first seven months of 2025.
With this big loss, they could no longer keep the business alive in the country.
The CEO added that the company tried all possible ways to continue serving their loyal customers. But after a strict internal review, they had no other choice but to leave the Philippine market. The main reasons were the steady drop in income and the increasing cost of operation. It was not easy, but they had to make the painful decision.
Before finally leaving, Casio will have a full liquidation process. This means they will sell all remaining stocks at a big discount. One highlight of this clearance sale is the G-Shock GTS-8600 watches. From the regular price of $5,990, the price will now be only #1,799. This is a 70% discount.
The company has more than 1,000 units left in inventory. They hope that these items will be sold out quickly so that they can recover some funds and cover their last operational costs.
For many decades, Casio has been part of the lives of Filipinos. Their durable watches, scientific calculators, and electronic products have been trusted by students, professionals, and families. In fact, many Filipinos remember their first Casio watch during childhood. Others remember how the brand became part of their school life through Casio calculators. Casio is more than just a brand; it is a part of Filipino culture.
