Carrefour Brazil

Grupo Carrefour Brasil is the leading food retail group in Brazil, operating as the local arm of the French multinational Carrefour. Established in 1975 with the opening of the first Carrefour hypermarket in São Paulo, it has grown to become the largest private employer and the biggest food retailer in the country, recognized by the Brazilian Supermarket Association (ABRAS). 

The company operates multiple store formats to serve diverse consumer needs, including hypermarkets (under the Carrefour brand), supermarkets (Carrefour Bairro and Carrefour Market), convenience stores (Carrefour Express), and wholesale cash & carry outlets (Atacadão brand). It also manages distribution centers to support its expansive retail network. 

Grupo Carrefour Brasil’s network comprises over 2,500 physical selling points across all Brazilian states, encompassing approximately 2500-4999 stores. It includes key brands such as Atacadão, the largest wholesaler in Brazil, acquired in 2007, which plays a major role in the wholesale segment. The group further expanded its footprint by acquiring Grupo BIG in 2022, strengthening its leadership position nationwide. 

The company employs between 1,000 and 4,999 staff members within Brazil, actively supporting local communities and economies. Carrefour Brasil provides a broad portfolio of products focusing on food, beverages, and beauty, alongside non-food items, complemented by Carrefour Drogarias (pharmacies) and Banco Carrefour financial services.

Financially, Carrefour Brasil reported a turnover in the range of 10 to 50 million euros recently, reflecting steady growth and resilience in the competitive retail market. The group continues to invest in store expansion, digital commerce, and sustainability initiatives, aiming for 100% recyclable or biodegradable packaging for its private labels by 2025. 

Noteworthy is the company’s integration of technology and innovation, such as 24-hour hypermarket operations, online food and non-food commerce, and a private label credit card launched in 1989 that remains a key customer financing tool. Carrefour Brasil remains committed to maintaining a comprehensive retail ecosystem catering to consumer demands across Brazil.