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Coles Group competitors & alternatives
The 12 closest competitors and alternatives to Coles Group among retail companies — ranked by similarity to what Coles Group actually does, not by market-cap band.
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About Coles Group
Coles Group Limited functions as a leading retailer across Australia, with its operations divided into Supermarkets, Liquor, and Express segments. The company oversees 835 supermarkets, alongside its online platform, coles.com.au, which provides flexible shopping options such as same-day, overnight drop-off, and click-and-collect services. Through Coles Financial Services, it offers a range of financial products, including insurance, credit cards, and personal loans, specifically designed for Australian families. Coles also maintains a significant presence in liquor sales with 933 outlets operating under the Liquorland, First Choice, First Choice Liquor, and Vintage Cellars brands. Additionally, it manages 711 fuel and convenience stores and operates the widely used flybuys loyalty program. Established in 1914, the company, initially known as Coles Myer Ltd., later adopted the name Coles Group Limited and is headquartered in Hawthorn East, Australia.
Coles Group at a glance
Coles Group is a retail company headquartered in Hawthorn East, Australia. It is publicly listed (COL) with a market capitalisation of $21.8B. Xcout tracks 12 named people at Coles Group, including Leah Weckert (Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer).
Coles Group leadership
- Leah WeckertManaging Director and Chief Executive Officer
- Andrew PennNon-executive Director, Chairman of the Audit and Risk Committee and Member of the Nomination Committee
- Peter AllenChairman and Non-executive Director, Chairman of the Nomination Committee and Member of the Audit and Risk Committee and the People and Culture Committee
- Richard FreudensteinNon-executive Director , Chairman of the People and Culture Committee and Member of the Nomination Committee
- Abi ClelandNon-executive Director , Member of the Nomination Committee and the People and Culture Committee
- Andrew J PolicanoDirector
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Top 12 Coles Group competitors
Ranked by semantic similarity — how close each company is to Coles Group by what it does, using Xcout's live company graph. Click any company for its full profile, or its competitor set.
Retail & Wholesale
Metcash Limited functions as a leading wholesale distribution and marketing enterprise with operations spanning both Australia and New Zealand. The company's activities are organized into three primary business units: Food, Liquor, and Hardware. Its Food division is responsible for supplying an extensive array of products and support services to independently owned supermarkets and convenience retail establishments. The Liquor segment concentrates on delivering alcoholic beverages to various independent retail outlets and hospitality venues. Furthermore, the Hardware division not only distributes hardware supplies to independent retailers but also directly oversees and operates its own network of retail stores. Metcash markets its diverse product portfolio under well-known brand names such as IGA, Foodland, Mitre 10, Home Hardware, Total Tools, Cellarbrations, IGA Liquor, and Bottle-O. Established in 1920, Metcash Limited maintains its corporate headquarters in Macquarie Park, Australia.
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Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. oversees and authorizes the operation of convenience stores across multiple regions. These retail outlets provide customers with a broad range of goods, including tobacco products, groceries, candies, snacks, beer, wine, various beverages, and fresh food options. Additionally, they supply fuels for road transportation, aviation, and stationary engines. Beyond merchandise, the company offers practical services such as the sale of lottery tickets, gift cards, postage stamps, and bus tickets, alongside money order issuance, automatic teller machines, and car wash facilities. Its convenience store chain operates under well-recognized brands like Circle K, Couche-Tard, Holiday, Ingo, and Mac's. By April 24, 2022, the company's extensive network comprised 12,166 convenience stores. This total included 9,808 company-managed locations spread across North America, Europe, and Asia, complemented by approximately 1,800 stores licensed under the Circle K banner in countries such as Cambodia, Egypt, Mexico, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Vietnam. Established in 1980 and headquartered in Laval, Canada, the company was formerly known as Actidev Inc. until its name change in December 1994.
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Seven & i Holdings Co., Ltd. is a multifaceted enterprise engaged in the retail, food service, financial, and information technology sectors, with operations spanning Japan, North America, and various international markets. Its business is structured into seven distinct segments: Domestic Convenience Store operations, Overseas Convenience Store Operations, Superstore Operations, Department Store Operations, Financial Services, Specialty Stores Operations, and Others. The company's domestic convenience store division manages both directly operated corporate stores and franchised outlets. Internationally, its convenience store segment integrates retail services with gasoline sales. The superstore operations focus on providing daily life necessities, such as groceries and other household goods. Department store operations offer a broad array of merchandise. Through its financial services arm, the company delivers banking, leasing, and credit card solutions. Specialty retail stores constitute another operational area. Lastly, the 'Others' segment encompasses real estate and various other ventures. Seven & i Holdings maintains an extensive global presence, operating approximately 22,500 stores in Japan and a substantial 71,800 locations internationally. The company was established in 2005 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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GS Retail operates convenience stores, supermarkets, and home shopping services, serving general consumers through both online and offline channels. The company provides retail products, food, and delivery services.
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Centra is Ireland's leading convenience retail group, operating over 460 bright and accessible stores across communities throughout the country.
Retail Technology
Calgary Co-op is a member-owned retail cooperative operating in the Calgary region that provides a variety of goods and services. The company operates food stores, pharmacies, gas stations, car washes, home health care centers, liquor stores, and cannabis locations, serving local consumers across multiple communities.
Retail, Technology
Woolworths Group Limited is a major retail conglomerate that manages a diverse portfolio of stores. Its extensive operations are structured across several key divisions: The Australian Food segment is responsible for sourcing and distributing food and related products, serving consumers across Australia through its network of 1,087 Woolworths supermarkets and Metro Food stores. The Australian B2B segment focuses on providing food and associated goods to other businesses for resale, in addition to offering supply chain solutions to corporate clients within Australia. In New Zealand, the Food segment specializes in the procurement and sale of food and beverages, catering to retail customers via its 190 Countdown supermarkets. Furthermore, the BIG W segment deals in acquiring and vending discounted general merchandise to Australian shoppers through its 176 BIG W outlets. Beyond these, the company also engages in wholesale activities. Established in 1924 and headquartered in Bella Vista, Australia, the entity was originally known as Woolworths Limited until its official rebranding to Woolworths Group Limited in December 2017.
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Endeavour Group Limited, an Australian entity, operates across the retail drinks and hospitality sectors. The company's business model is structured around its Retail, Hotels, and Other segments. It is engaged in the production and sale of beverages, while also providing a comprehensive suite of hotel-related services that include food and drink offerings, accommodation, entertainment, and gaming opportunities. Endeavour Group boasts a substantial footprint, managing 1,675 retail stores under its prominent Dan Murphy's and BWS brands, in addition to 344 hotels. Incorporated in 2012, its principal office is located in Surry Hills, Australia.
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Adelaide's Finest Supermarkets is a grocery retailer operating premium supermarkets in South Australia, offering a wide range of fresh produce, gourmet foods, and in-store services.
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Ritchies is an Australian supermarket and liquor store chain that operates a loyalty program supporting local community organizations.
Alcohol Retail
Liquor Legends is an Australian retail chain that operates a network of liquor stores offering beer, wine, spirits, and a customer rewards program.
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J Sainsbury plc, along with its group companies, is a prominent retailer and financial services provider operating across the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. The company's diverse activities span food, general merchandise, and clothing sales, in addition to offering financial products. Its operations are structured into three primary divisions: Retail - Food, Retail - General Merchandise and Clothing, and Financial Services. Sainsbury's caters to customers through a variety of store types, including expansive supermarkets and convenient smaller outlets, complemented by extensive online platforms for both groceries and general merchandise. As of March 5, 2022, its physical retail network encompassed 598 supermarkets, 809 convenience stores, 728 Argos branches, 335 collection points, and 3 Habitat stores. Beyond retail, the company furnishes financial services such as credit cards, loyalty scorecards, and personal loans, alongside a suite of insurance policies covering home, motor, pet, travel, and life. The company was established in 1869 and maintains its head office in London, United Kingdom.
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