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Carrefour has very strong potential as stand-alone company, CEO says

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Posted on May 28, 2025

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PARIS (Reuters) -Carrefour, Europe's largest food retailer, does not need a large transformational deal to expand as it has "a very strong potential" as a stand-alone company, its chief executive said

Carrefour's CEO Highlights Strong Potential as Independent Retailer

PARIS (Reuters) -Carrefour, Europe's largest food retailer, does not need a large transformational deal to expand as it has "a very strong potential" as a stand-alone company, its chief executive said on Wednesday.

Asked about a recent media report that retailer Ahold Delhaize held preliminary discussions on buying Carrefour in late 2024 before abandoning the idea in January, Alexandre Bompard told shareholders: "I cannot comment on rumors about this kind of matters."

Bompard added the rumors reflected "the attractiveness of our company".

(Reporting by Dominique Vidalon; Editing by Makini Brice)

Key Takeaways

  • Carrefour CEO sees strong potential as a stand-alone company.
  • No need for large transformational deals, says CEO.
  • Rumors of Ahold Delhaize interest highlight Carrefour's appeal.
  • CEO Alexandre Bompard dismisses merger rumors.
  • Carrefour remains Europe's largest food retailer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Carrefour's CEO say about the company's potential?
Carrefour's CEO stated that the company has 'a very strong potential' as a stand-alone entity and does not require a large transformational deal for expansion.
What rumors were discussed regarding Ahold Delhaize?
The CEO mentioned that Ahold Delhaize had held preliminary discussions about acquiring Carrefour in late 2024 but abandoned the idea in January.
How did Bompard describe the rumors about Carrefour?
Bompard indicated that the rumors about Ahold Delhaize's interest reflect 'the attractiveness of our company.'

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