Jerónimo Martins, SGPS, S.A. Overview
Pro stress-test →Jerónimo Martins is a Portugal-based international group operating in the Food Distribution and Specialised Retail sectors. It operates more than 6,100 stores in Portugal, Poland, Slovakia and Colombia. In 2024, it recorded 33.5 billion euros in sales and an EBITDA of 2.2 billion euros.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →The Biedronka chain of food stores, which aligns proximity locations and quality assortment with the most competitive prices in the Polish market, is the Group's largest business, accounting for c.70% of sales and c.80% of EBITDA. The Group has market leadership positions in food retail in Poland and Portugal and an increasingly notable presence in Colombia. Jerónimo Martins is the first retailer in the world to achieve the highest CDP rating across the Forests, Climate and Water programmes.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →Jerónimo Martins competes with major European food retailers in consolidated markets. Primary competitors include Carrefour (France), Sonae SGPS (Portugal), and regional chains like Aldi and Lidl. The company differentiates through market leadership positions in Poland and Portugal, proximity store formats, and strong private-label offerings.
Industry Context
Jerónimo Martins, SGPS, S.A. operates in Food Distribution and Retail.
Key facts
Founded: 1792 · Headquarters: Lisbon, Portugal · Employees: 139,907 · Revenue: $36.0B · Market cap: $15.8B