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METRO GROUP : ANNUAL REPORT 2010 : BUSINESS
→ GROUP MANAGEMENT REPORT : 1. GROUP STRUCTURE
Segments of METRO GROUP
Metro Cash & Carry is the world’s leading player in the
cash & carry sector. Its brands Metro and Makro operate in
30 countries throughout Europe, Asia and Africa. The wholesale
stores offer products and services tailored to the specific
needs of commercial customers, such as hotel and
restaurant operators as well as catering firms.
Real is one of the leading hypermarket operators in Germany.
The sales division also currently has locations in Poland,
Romania, Russia, Ukraine and Turkey. All of the stores boast
an extensive range of products with a large proportion of
fresh produce.
Media Markt and Saturn is Europe’s No. 1 in consumer electronics
retailing. The sales division is represented in 17 different
countries. A decentralised organisational structure,
attractive ranges and innovative marketing all contribute
towards the success of the sales division.
Galeria Kaufhof is the concept and system leader in Germany’s
department store segment and the market leader in
Belgium, where the sales division uses the name Galeria
Inno. The stores are inspiring with their international product
mix featuring high-quality brands, their pleasant atmosphere
and comprehensive range of services. All of this helps
to create a great shopping experience for customers.
METRO Group Asset Management manages METRO GROUP’s
real estate assets in 30 countries. Its responsibilities include
actively enhancing the value of the portfolio, planning new
stores and managing existing locations.
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