Carrefour | Latest News & Updates - Jan 07, 2025 Release

Carrefour is facing legal claims from thousands of investors who feel defrauded by former leaders of Bio c’Bon, a chain it acquired in 2020, over a suspected €320 million Ponzi scheme...


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Carrefour

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Carrefour is a global leader in food retail, operating more than 14,000 stores across over 40 countries. With a workforce of over 320,000 employees, Carrefour is dedicated to providing quality products and services to its customers. The company emphasizes responsible sourcing practices and offers a wide range of products, including food, clothing, and household items, while also focusing on sustainability and social responsibility.


Carrefour - Latest News and Updates

  • Carrefour is facing legal claims from thousands of investors who feel defrauded by former leaders of Bio c’Bon, a chain it acquired in 2020, over a suspected €320 million Ponzi scheme.
  • Carrefour completed a €700 million share buyback program for 2024, acquiring approximately 7% of its capital to be canceled.
  • On January 6, 2025, Carrefour opened its 27th store in Kenya at Rhapta Promenade Mall in Westlands, Nairobi, creating over 45 direct jobs and supporting local suppliers with a 99% local sourcing rate.
  • Carrefour offers various summer discounts and banking promotions, including up to 80% off on the second unit and special deals with banks like Banco Patagonia, Santander, and Banco Galicia.
  • Carrefour sponsors the Vuelta España Femenina cycling event from May 4-10, 2025.
  • Carrefour is currently seeking a Quality & Production Manager in Turkey.
  • On January 5, Carrefour will operate during its usual hours, but all stores except Carrefour Express will be closed on January 6.
  • In December 2024, Carrefour closed its Center Norte hypermarket in São Paulo and laid off 2,200 employees, marking a significant shift in its operations.

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