Company DescriptionMetro AG engages in the food wholesale business. It operates 748 wholesale stores and supply depots under the METRO, MAKRO, Aviludo, Classic Fine Foods, Davigel Spain, Pro à Pro, and Rungis Express brand names serving hotels, restaurants, bars, cafes, catering companies, small grocery stores, kiosks, independent retailers, service providers, and authorities in Europe, Russia, and Asia, as well as online marketplace METRO MARKETS. The company also develops digital solutions and offers food delivery services. In addition, it provides services in the areas of real estate, logistics, information technology, procurement, and advertising. The company was formerly known as METRO Wholesale & Food Specialist AG and changed its name to METRO AG in August 2017. Metro AG was founded in 1964 and is based in Düsseldorf, Germany.
How the Company Makes MoneyMetro AG generates revenue primarily through its cash-and-carry wholesale operations, targeting professional customers in various sectors such as hospitality, gastronomy, and retail. The company's revenue model revolves around selling a wide assortment of food and non-food products to these businesses, leveraging its extensive distribution network and large-scale purchasing power to offer competitive pricing. Metro AG also benefits from strategic partnerships with suppliers to ensure a diverse and high-quality product range. Additionally, the company may engage in value-added services such as delivery, digital solutions, and consulting to enhance customer loyalty and drive additional revenue streams.