EDEKA ZENTRALE Stiftung & Co. KG

EDEKA-Verbund is the cooperative network behind the EDEKA brand and one of Germany’s leading food retailers. Founded more than 115 years ago, it brings together independent merchants, regional wholesale operations and modern food businesses, combining longstanding retail traditions with entrepreneurial independence. In 2025, the network reported around 3,200 independent merchants, 10,871 stores, 417,500 employees and annual revenue of €77.3 billion.

EDEKA serves local communities through supermarkets and a broad range of food products, including fresh baked goods, meat and its own-brand products. It also produces food, works with regional producers and supports retailers with supply, expertise and services. Six regional companies help coordinate wholesale and supply for stores across Germany. Through its subsidiary Netto Marken-Discount, the group also operates in the discount sector. Its wider activities include foodservice, online retail, logistics, media and support for business customers and producers. EDEKA-Verbund also promotes initiatives focused on responsible business, food quality, environmental protection and community engagement, while offering career and training opportunities across its operations.