Brazil
Atacadão, part of the Carrefour Group, is a prominent player in the Brazilian retail industry, operating over 360 self-service units and 36 delivery wholesale centers and distribution hubs, ensuring the supply for traders, manufacturers, and end consumers. Its commitment to combating hunger and inequality, promoting diversity and inclusion, and protecting the planet and biodiversity forms the core of its strategic pillars. With over 61 years of experience and a workforce of more than 70,000 employees, Atacadão holds a significant presence in 220 municipalities and has ventured into e-commerce with its online sales channel.
In 2023, Atacadão earned prestigious accolades, including being ranked 1st in the wholesale category in the Top of Mind awards by Folha de S. Paulo, securing the top position in the retail, supermarket, and e-commerce rankings of the Prêmio BandNews, and attaining the 10th position in the Valor Econômico's list of the 1000 Largest Companies in the Country. Additionally, it leads the Ranking ABAAS (Brazilian Association of Self-Service Wholesalers) and ABAD (Brazilian Association of Wholesalers and Distributors of Industrialized Products).
With its stronghold in the retail sector and remarkable growth trajectory, Atacadão presents an opportunity for venture capitalists to engage with a well-established and socially responsible player in the Brazilian market, poised for further expansion and innovation.
