A2Z Cust2Mate Announces Agreement for Deployment of Smart Carts with a Leading Retailer in Central America
Rhea-AI Summary
A2Z Cust2Mate (NASDAQ:AZ) announced an agreement to deploy its Cust2mate smart cart platform with a premium grocery retailer operating over 50 stores in Central America. The deal calls for an initial deployment in early 2026 across two flagship stores, with a joint objective to expand to a chain-wide rollout following a successful pilot.
The project includes collaboration with regional channel partner Trixo and targets enhanced in-store checkout, expanded retail media opportunities, and new data-driven business insights. Management framed the agreement as a milestone for scaling smart cart technology in the region.
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- Initial deployment scheduled for early 2026 in two flagship stores
- Potential chain-wide rollout across a retailer with >50 stores
- Regional partner engagement with Trixo to support deployment
- Expanded retail media and data-insight opportunities highlighted
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- Rollout contingent on successful initial deployment in two stores
News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, AZ gained 0.92%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction. Argus tracked a peak move of +2.8% during that session. Our momentum scanner triggered 4 alerts that day, indicating moderate trading interest and price volatility. This price movement added approximately $3M to the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $287M at that time.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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AZ was down 2.75% while key software peers like TRAK, BZAI, EGHT, MTLS and LAW all showed positive moves between 0.29% and 1.26%, indicating stock-specific pressure rather than a sector-wide decline.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 03 | Commercial deployment deal | Positive | +0.9% | Agreement to deploy smart carts with premium Central American grocery chain. |
| Nov 25 | Major purchase order | Positive | +16.9% | Purchase order for 3,000 smart carts valued at $30 million from Super Sapir. |
| Nov 13 | Earnings and cash update | Positive | +0.6% | Q3 2025 results highlighting strong cash, equity and Yochananof agreement progress. |
| Oct 09 | AI division launch | Positive | -2.4% | Creation of AI and Business Insights Division to enhance smart cart capabilities. |
| Oct 01 | Retail media partnership | Positive | -5.6% | Lego retail media deal adding CPM and commission-based revenue on 5,000 carts. |
Positive commercial and partnership news has produced mixed reactions: three recent upbeat announcements saw gains, while two similarly positive media/AI updates coincided with selloffs.
This announcement extends a series of commercial and strategic wins for A2Z Cust2Mate. In Q3 2025, the company highlighted a strong balance sheet with $70.4 million in cash and $81.6 million in equity, plus progress on a major agreement. Subsequent news included a $30 million order for 3,000 carts from Super Sapir and a Lego retail media partnership across 5,000 carts. An AI and Business Insights Division was also launched. Today’s Central America deployment agreement continues that commercialization and geographic expansion trend.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement adds a Central American premium grocery chain to A2Z Cust2Mate’s pipeline, initially deploying smart carts in two flagship stores with an ambition for chain-wide rollout. It builds on earlier wins, including a $30 million order for 3,000 carts and retail media partnerships covering 5,000 carts, supported by $70.4 million in cash as of Q3 2025. Investors may watch pilot performance, conversion to full rollout, and the pace of revenue recognition from these agreements.
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TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / December 3, 2025 / A2Z Cust2Mate Solutions Corp. (NASDAQ:AZ), a global leader in smart retail technology, today announced that it has entered into an agreement with a well established and highly regarded, premium grocery retailer with over 50 stores in Central America, to deploy the A2Z Cust2mate smart cart platform.
The agreement provides for initial deployment of the A2Z Cust2mate smart carts in early 2026 in two flagship stores of the retailer, with a joint objective to expand to a full chain-wide rollout following successful initial deployment of the smart carts.
This agreement represents a major milestone, marking the deployment of advanced smart cart technology at scale in Central America. A2Z Cust2Mate and the retailer, together with A2Z Cust2mate's channel partner in Central America - Trixo - are setting a new standard for digital transformation in retail, redefining the in-store shopping experience, significantly expanding retail media opportunities and creating unique data and business insights.
"We are honored to be selected as the strategic technology partner for one of the most forward-thinking retailers in Central America" added Gadi Graus CEO of A2Z Cust2Mate. "This collaboration signals a major leap for smart retail in the region. Together, we aim not only to modernize the checkout journey but to introduce a new era of intelligent, data-driven in-store engagement. We look forward to successfully scaling the solution across every store in the chain."
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About A2Z Cust2Mate Solutions Corp.
A2Z Cust2Mate Solutions Corp. (NASDAQ:AZ) creates innovative solutions for complex challenges that brings innovation, ease, excitement and value to retailers and shoppers. The company's flagship innovative smart cart solutions are transforming brick-and-mortar retail, bridging online and in-store shopping through interactive technology that guides and informs customers. Cust2Mate's AI-driven smart carts personalize every in-store journey, turning routine trips into engaging, rewarding experiences. They enable seamless in-cart scanning and payment, allowing shoppers to bypass checkout lines while receiving real-time customized offers and product recommendations. This enhanced customer experience boosts satisfaction and loyalty while helping retailers streamline operations and optimize merchandising through data-driven insights. The carts are equipped with multiple layers of security for accurate recognition and transaction integrity. Its modular, all-in-one detachable panels transform legacy shopping cart fleets into intelligent platforms that deliver a range of benefits. For more information on A2Z Cust2Mate Solutions Corp. and its subsidiary, Cust2Mate Ltd., please visit www.cust2mate.com.
Forward Looking Statements
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Media Contact
Fusion PR for Cust2Mate
cust2mate@fusionpr.com
Corporate Contact Information:
John Gildea
VP corporate communication
John@a2zas.com
00353 86 8238177
SOURCE: A2Z Cust2Mate Solutions Corp.
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