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REWE Group
Annual Report
2025

The REWE Group embodies reliability in challenging times. This was once again clear in 2025. Even though we faced challenges outside of our control, we achieved a historic milestone: for the first time, we generated total external revenue in excess of 100 billion euros. This achievement demonstrates the efficiency of our business model, the strength of our investments and the trust of millions of customers in Europe. The past year has thus once again highlighted what the cooperative REWE Group stands for: ensuring stability, taking responsibility and actively shaping the future.

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Foreword Lionel Souque Annual Report 2025

In challenging times, the REWE Group stands for reliability. This was once again evident in 2025. While the business environment was marked by difficult external conditions, the Group achieved a historic milestone: for the first time, total external sales exceeded 100 billion euros.

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2025

The cooperative REWE Group, one of the largest retail and tourism groups in Europe, can look back on a successful business year 2025 despite the persistently challenging geopolitical and economic conditions: the REWE Group’s total external revenue rose by 4.0 per cent to 100.4 billion euros, exceeding the 100 billion-euro mark for the first time. The investment drive continued at a consistently high level, with 2.5 billion euros allocated: investment focused in particular on digitalisation, infrastructure and the further development of products and services for customers. In this way, the Company worked to ensure its future viability and laid the foundations for long-term profitable growth.

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Three questions to Telerik Schischmanow

The REWE Group’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) on the 2025 milestone, dedicated investments and the Company’s financial strength.

Telerik Schischmanow

CFO der REWE Group

1. Mr Schischmanow, how do you rate the 2025 business year from a financial perspective?

2025 was a special year for the REWE Group. Despite the still very challenging geopolitical and economic conditions, the Company managed to sustain its positive business development. In a deliberate move, the year was also marked by high levels of investment in current customer needs and the Company’s own future viability. The fact that the REWE Group has remained financially stable and has been able to grow in almost every business segment emphasises the strength and resilience of the business model.

2. Is there a key figure from the 2025 Annual Report that is particularly meaningful for you?

The total external revenue of the REWE Group of 100.4 billion euros is a key milestone. It shows that our strong investment strategy is bearing fruit and that we are making the right decisions, which are being accepted by millions of customers in Europe. At the same time, this figure shows that growth is possible for us even in a challenging environment. And we want to continue proving this.

3. How is the REWE Group positioned for the coming years?

The REWE Group remains clearly investment-orientated. In 2025 alone, 2.5 billion euros were invested in digitalisation, markets, logistics, IT and more. We have also invested in offering customers attractive prices and in customer loyalty programmes to create tangible added value for customers. These investments have a short-term impact on earnings, but strengthen our competitiveness in the long run. Together with our solid financial position, this forms the basis for further growth – even in a volatile environment.

REWE Group
Annual Report 2025

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From left: Telerik Schischmanow, Hans-Jürgen Moog, Lionel Souque, Christoph Eltze, Peter Maly and Daniela Büchel

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2025

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Milestones form the year 2025

As a cooperative, we focus on sustainable management, long-term growth and, above all, a strong community. The milestones for 2025 reflect this with numerous projects and initiatives.

9 January 2025

Reorganization in top management: REWE Group strengthens tourism business with new CEO of DERTOUR Group

With the appointment of Christoph Debus as CEO of DERTOUR Group, REWE Group is focusing on the strategic importance of its tourism segment. The close exchange within the extended Management Board team and the international orientation characterize the Group's next steps.

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20 January 2025

Green Week: REWE Group strengthens partnership-based cooperation along the supply chain

At the leading trade fair in Berlin, REWE Group, together with Tönnies and farmer:innen from Schleswig-Holstein is sending a clear signal for more transparency and planning security: a new three-party contract in the fresh meat sector brings all parties together and establishes a fair, closed supply chain from farm to market.

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22 January 2025

DERTOUR Group expands specialty tours: Portfolio grows through acquisition of I.D. Riva Tours

With the acquisition of the renowned Croatia specialist I.D. Riva Tours, DERTOUR Deutschland is strengthening its offering in the specialty travel segment. The established brand complements the existing portfolio and underlines the strategic focus on high-quality, authentic vacation experiences in a growing destination.

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12 February 2025

DERTOUR Group focuses on growth and continuity: Acquisition of Hotelplan Group strengthens brand diversity

With the integration of Hotelplan Group's long-established travel brands - with the exception of Interhome - DERTOUR Group is further expanding its international presence. The merger at eye level creates stability for guests and partners and underlines the strategic focus on strong brands and sustainable growth in the tourism network.

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28 February 2025

ZooRoyal continues to grow: REWE Group pushes ahead with rollout of stationary pet specialty stores

After successful pilot stores in the Hamburg area, REWE Group is preparing the nationwide expansion of ZooRoyal specialty stores. With this step, the company is strengthening its omnichannel strategy and consistently expanding its offering for pet lovers in a growing market segment.

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7 April 2025

REWE launches next generation of sustainable stores: Green building concept goes into series production

With the construction of the second REWE Green Farming in Berlin, REWE Group is pushing ahead with its circular supermarket concept. The combination of modular timber construction and a large rooftop farm underlines the claim to design sustainable, resource-saving stores for the capital region and beyond.

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8 May 2025

REWE Group emphasizes the importance of diversity: Diversity as a success factor in the company

In an interview, Management Board member Dr. Daniela Büchel explains why diversity is far more than just a social ideal: it is a key competitive advantage. Diverse teams drive innovation, ensure talent acquisition and strengthen REWE Group's future viability.

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22 May 2025

BIPA is expanding internationally: Expansion to Romania strengthens REWE Group's presence in Central and Southeastern Europea

Thanks to the strong development in Austria and Croatia, BIPA will continue its growth course in Romania from 2026. REWE Group is thus underlining its international strategy - while customers in Austria benefit from permanently lower prices on over 300 items.

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3 June 2025

Investment in fulfillment tools drives international growth

With USD 17 million, the REWE Group is supporting the Cologne-based software company fulfillmenttools on its way to becoming the leader in distributed order management systems. The partnership underlines the company's ambition to further develop omnichannel retailing technologically and strengthen retailers worldwide with innovative solutions.

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20 June 2025

A generational transition on the Supervisory Board: REWE Group focuses on continuity and collaborative entrepreneurship

With the transition of the chairmanship from Erich Stockhausen to Stefan Lenk, REWE Group is setting the course for the future. The focus is on cooperative values, strong cooperation and the aspiration to develop the company responsibly for future generations.

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1 July 2025

REWE Group is expanding its digital service offering: New REWE Pay payment function launches in the app

With REWE Pay, REWE Group is introducing a convenient mobile payment option that makes the in-store shopping experience even easier and more secure. The new function strengthens the company's digitalization strategy and combines the bonus program, payment process and user convenience in a single app-solution.

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3 July 2025

Cooperatives Have the Edge in Trust: Survey shows great potential - and great need for education

A recent NIQ survey makes it clear that cooperatives are perceived as particularly fair, crisis-proof and oriented towards the common good - even though many people hardly know how they work. Younger generations in particular see them as a future-proof model for digitalization, Sustainability and social cohesion.

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3 July 2025

REWE Group convinces on the capital market: Second corporate bond secures financial scope for growth

Despite a challenging environment, REWE Group successfully places one billion euros with international investors. The strong oversubscription of both maturities underlines the confidence in the business model, strategy and sustainable growth course of the cooperative group.

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9 July 2025

Together for fairer prices: Petition calls for 7 % VAT also on plant drinks

A broad alliance of retailers and manufacturers is campaigning for equal tax treatment of plant-based drinks and cow's milk. With a joint petition, REWE, vly, Berief and Oatly want to ease the burden on consumers, strengthen freedom of choice and provide impetus for sustainable food policy.

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18 July 2025

Sustainable logistics boost in Bulgaria: New BILLA CEE-Warehouse focuses on energy efficiency and regional strength

With the modern, fossil-free heated site in Zagore, BILLA CEE shortens delivery routes and at the same time strengthens climate protection and local ties. Technical innovations such as photovoltaics, waste heat recovery and intelligent building control make the new warehouse an important building block on the way to net zero emissions.

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1 August 2025

Innovations on the shelves: Start-up Lounge creates nationwide stage for young food brands

With the national rollout of the Start-up Lounge, new products from founders will have a permanent place in many REWE- stores in future. The new concept accelerates market launches, creates visibility and strengthens the exchange between start-ups, retailers and category-management - for more variety and trend strength in the product range.

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5 August 2025

Million-euro investment strengthens sustainable mobility: REWE delivery service relies on new eSprinter-Flotte

With 64 electrically powered Mercedes-Benz eSprinters, REWE delivery service is modernizing its fleet and expanding its climate-friendly delivery options. The investment in vehicles and charging infrastructure supports the path to net zero emissions and at the same time improves efficiency and service quality for customers in Berlin and Neuss.

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29 August 2025

DERTOUR Group continues to grow: Completion of the Hotelplan acquisition strengthens international travel brand portfolio

With the completion of the acquisition of Hotelplan Group - excluding Interhome - DERTOUR Group is expanding its offering in key European markets. Guests will benefit from stable brands, seamless service and new travel options, while the integration will focus on shared systems and closer cross-border cooperation.

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25 September 2025

Clear signal for equality: Patronage strengthens commitment to women in leadership

The company is sending a clear signal for more diversity and equal opportunities by taking on the patronage of the Cologne alliance "Mit Frauen in Führung" (With Women in Leadership). Under the motto "Women's Drive", the promotion of female senior managers, networking and targeted development programs are becoming even more of a focus.

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14 October 2025

PENNY strengthens climate protection in agriculture: Zukunftsbauer Day shows innovative ways for sustainable farms

Farmers, partners and supporters came together at the Zukunftsbauer Day 2025 to present concrete solutions for greater energy efficiency and climate protection on farms. With the "Zukunftsbauer" project, PENNY has been promoting effective measures - from photovoltaics to E-mobility - for years, thus supporting sustainable agriculture.

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16 October 2025

Autonomous delivery in practice: Lieferbot 2.0 brings more assortment and convenience to Hamburg

With the launch of the new delivery bots in Barmbek, REWE is taking its innovation offensive to the next level. The autonomous vehicles deliver an expanded product range within an hour, support climate-friendly urban transport and make modern technology an everyday experience.

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23 October 2025

Digitally planned, sustainably built: Second REWE Green Farming sets new standards in Berlin

With the topping-out ceremony of the new Green-Farming‑Marktes in Berlin‑Lankwitz wird sichtbar, how ecological construction and digital innovation work together. The circular timber construction with a large roof farm is the first to be built entirely using the BIM-method - a forward-looking approach that makes planning, construction and subsequent operation more efficient, transparent and sustainability.

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29 October 2025

"Fresh & Smart" brings AI-Robotics for freshly prepared dishes to Düsseldorf

With the launch of the Circus Group's autonomous cooking robot, REWE Region West is opening a globally unique shopping experience. Customers receive freshly prepared meals of consistent quality - fully automated, fast and hygienic - and experience how retail, gastronomy and modern technology seamlessly intertwine.

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18 November 2025

Pionierprojekt in Bochum: Highly automated delivery-vehicle starts everyday testing

For the first time, a food retailer is using a highly automated driving vehicle (Level 4) in real operation. Together with its technology partner LOXO, REWE is testing in Bochum how autonomous delivery can complement existing delivery processes - an important step towards more efficient, safe and sustainable urban logistics.

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19 November 2025

Strong sign of diversity in action: Platinum level achieved in the Pride Index 2025

With outstanding 98,44 %, the company has achieved platinum status in the Pride Index for the first time - a result that underlines its long-standing commitment to an inclusive, non-discriminatory working environment. Visible initiatives such as the LGBTQIA+-Network DITO, awareness campaigns and a broad presence at Pride-events show how diversity is anchored in everyday working life and continuously strengthened.

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