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Casino Group
Casino Group was established in 1898 as a food retailer headquartered in Saint-Etienne. Jean-Charles Naouri previously held controlling interest and served as...
Casino Group
Casino Group was established in 1898 as a food retailer headquartered in Saint-Etienne. Jean-Charles Naouri previously held controlling interest and served as CEO before the 2024 ownership change. The firm maintains commercial real-estate holdings through Immobilière Groupe Casino and Uranie. The retailer runs physical stores and private-label production in France with limited international exposure. Post-restructuring ownership rests with a consortium led by Daniel Kretinsky. Additional board presence includes Athina Onassis, appointed director in 2024. Purchasing alliances formed in 2024 link the group to Intermarché and Auchan under the Aura Retail banner, which also participates in the Everest and Epic European alliances. Current CEO Philippe Palazzi oversees day-to-day operations. The group supports Fondation Groupe Casino for philanthropic activity. No public AUM figure exists and no additional offices outside France are disclosed. Ownership now flows through France Retail Holdings rather than a single family branch, separating governance from the prior Naouri-led structure.
General information
Firm type
Corporate Investor
Year founded
1898
Location
Region
Europe
Country
France
City
Saint-Etienne
Corporate office
Saint-Etienne, France
Principals
Philippe Palazzi
CEO
Daniel Kretinsky
Controlling shareholder
Jean-Charles Naouri
Former CEO
Athina Onassis
Director
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Casino Group?
Philippe Palazzi serves as CEO. Daniel Kretinsky holds controlling ownership through France Retail Holdings S.à.r.l. following the 2024 restructuring.
How is Casino Group related to its prior controlling shareholder?
Jean-Charles Naouri lost control during the 2024 restructuring. The new consortium includes Daniel Kretinsky, Fimalac, and Attestor.
Does Casino Group maintain philanthropic structures?
The group operates Fondation Groupe Casino as its philanthropic vehicle.
What purchasing alliances does Casino Group participate in?
In 2024 the firm joined Aura Retail with Intermarché and Auchan. Aura Retail also belongs to the Everest and Epic European alliances.
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