Grupo Carso, S.A.B. de C.V. Overview
Pro stress-test →Grupo Carso is a Mexican global conglomerate owned by Carlos Slim, operating across four main business divisions: commercial and consumer products, industrial and manufacturing, infrastructure and construction, and energy. The conglomerate has business presence in several countries, mainly in the Americas and Europe, with operations in commercial and retail, industrial and manufacturing, infrastructure and construction, and energy.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →The business model is based on diversifying business areas to achieve stable growth, focusing on fields where it can utilize expertise and synergies. The commercial and retail division, the largest contributor to sales, serves middle- and high-income consumers and operates department stores, boutiques, restaurants, and multimedia stores.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →As a Mexican global conglomerate formed in 1990 from the merger of Corporación Industrial Carso and Grupo Inbursa, Grupo Carso competes primarily with other diversified Mexican conglomerates in retail (Sears, Sanborns brands), industrial manufacturing (cables, transformers), infrastructure/construction, and energy sectors. Main competitors include Grupo México, Alfa S.A.B., and other diversified Mexican industrial groups.
Industry Context
Grupo Carso, S.A.B. de C.V. operates in Diversified Conglomerate (Retail, Industrial Manufacturing, Infrastructure & Construction, Energy).
Key facts
Founded: 1990 · Headquarters: Mexico City, Mexico · Employees: 85,074 · Revenue: $11.1B · Market cap: $14.7B-16.2B