Intermarché is expanding its footprint in France with the acquisition of 81 supermarkets and fuel stations from the Belgian Colruyt Group, marking a major shift in the French retail landscape.
Colruyt Group announced on June 16, 2025, that it has signed an agreement to sell the majority of its integrated French retail operations to Groupement Les Mousquetaires, the parent company of Intermarché and Netto. The deal, valued at approximately 215 million euros in cash, includes the transfer of stores and employees.
With this move, Colruyt is stepping away from a segment that has long struggled to achieve profitability. The company had officially put its French retail division up for sale in April, citing structural challenges and persistent losses. In its latest financial results for the 2024/25 fiscal year, Colruyt reported an operational loss of over 20 million euros from its French activities.
The deal does not include Colruyt's French headquarters in Rochefort-sur-Nenon or 23 other stores, which are not compatible with the Intermarché network. Colruyt noted it had received multiple offers for 15 of those remaining outlets and expressed confidence in finding sustainable solutions for additional employees.
The acquisition significantly boosts Intermarché’s market presence in France and underscores its commitment to gaining market share in a highly competitive retail sector.
Full article Intermarché acquires 81 French supermarkets from Colruyt Group for 215 million euros - MandA
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