METRO AG

METRO AG is a prominent international wholesale company that specializes in cash-and-carry operations for professional customers. Founded in 1964 in Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany, by Otto Beisheim, METRO introduced a self-service wholesale model that allows commercial customers to select and purchase goods directly from distribution centers. Following its demerger from Metro Group in 2017, METRO has continued to focus on its wholesale expertise. Operating in over 30 countries, METRO has a network of 622 stores and serves more than 15 million customers worldwide. The company is recognized as a significant player in the wholesale sector, having been the fourth-largest retailer globally by revenue in 2010. METRO's core service includes a cash-and-carry model, complemented by delivery services in 29 countries and multichannel offerings that integrate physical stores with digital services. The company provides a range of food and non-food products tailored to the needs of its primary customer segments, which include the HoReCa sector and independent merchants.