EDEKA Nordbayern-Sachsen-Thüringen Stiftung & Co. KG

The EDEKA cooperative network acts as the cooperative backbone of the EDEKA brand and ranks among Germany's leading food retailers. Founded over 115 years ago, the company unites more than 3,200 independent merchants and operates a broad portfolio ranging from local supply and regional wholesale to the production of fresh bakery and meat products as well as numerous own brands. Acting as a strong partner for regional producers, the network secures the value chain and strategically expands its offering through its subsidiary Netto Marken-Discount in the discount segment. With approximately 10,871 markets and over 417,500 employees, the network generated a total revenue of 77.3 billion euros in 2025. Its operational structure is divided into seven regional societies that supply local retailers with food, expertise, and regional know-how.