Overview of the retail market in Spain
Carrefourin Spain, it is actively working to reduce its environmental impact. This includes reducing the use of plastic, supporting organic farming and developing environmentally certified products. Carrefour is actively implementing digital technologies such as mobile applications, online shopping, electronic price tags and self-service. Customers can order items online and receive them in stores or through home delivery.
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Heknown for its pricing policy aimed at providing competitive prices for its customers. The chain offers a variety of food products, including fresh produce, frozen foods, products for home use, as well as personal care products and household goods. Dia presents a large selection of its own brands, which allows you to maintain low prices and ensure quality. The company also works with local producers to offer fresh produce.
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Eroskiis part of the largest cooperative group in Spain — Mondragon Corporation.Eroski is known for its emphasis on customer service and a cooperative management model where employees can be co-owners of the business. Eroski offers a wide selection of its own brands, including Eroski Basic (economy segment), Eroski Natur (natural products) and Eroski Seleqtia (premium products). The company also supports local producers by giving preference to regional products.
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Alcampo — Spanish division of the French group Auchan, known for its hypermarkets and supermarkets. Alcampo offers a wide range of products including food, household goods, electronics and clothing. In Alcampo stores, special attention is paid to the quality of fresh products, including meat, fish, vegetables and fruit.Alcampo actively develops online sales, offering home delivery and click & collect services. The company has a mobile application that facilitates the shopping process and provides special offers.
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Mercadonais one of the largest and most successful supermarket chains in Spain. Founded in 1977, the company has become a market leader due to its customer orientation strategy, competitive prices and high quality products.The company is known for its own brands such as Hacendado (food products), Bosque Verde (household chemicals), Deliplus (cosmetics and personal care products), Compy (home products) animals). Mercadona uses the “Totaler” model, which involves direct cooperation with manufacturers to ensure the best quality of goods at low prices. This allows the company to control all stages of production and supply. Mercadona is actively investing in digital technologies, including the development of an online store and mobile application. The company is also implementing automation in warehouses and using artificial intelligence technologies to improve customer service.
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Hypercor— Spanish hypermarket chain that is part of the El Corte Inglés group, one of the largest retail conglomerates in Spain. Hipercor operates large retail spaces, where a wide range of goods is presented. The stores offer both everyday items and special occasion items, making them versatile for different customer needs.
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Froizknown for its customer service and high standards of product quality.The company is known for its emphasis on quality products, including fresh and local, as well as affordable prices. Froiz is one of the leading players in the regional market, although it is also present in other parts of the country.The main format of stores focused on daily purchases with a wide selection of products. Cash & curry stores (self-service system) that offer goods in large batches for small businesses and large families.
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