{"id":23073,"date":"2024-08-14T13:58:08","date_gmt":"2024-08-14T11:58:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rewe-group.com\/de\/?post_type=press_release&p=39960"},"modified":"2024-08-16T10:40:00","modified_gmt":"2024-08-16T08:40:00","slug":"rewe-groups-bbb-rating-renewed","status":"publish","type":"press_release","link":"https:\/\/www.rewe-group.com\/en\/press-and-media\/newsroom\/press-releases\/rewe-groups-bbb-rating-renewed\/","title":{"rendered":"REWE Group\u2019s BBB rating renewed"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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On 14 August, international rating agency Standard & Poor\u2019s published its rating of the REWE GROUP\u2019s creditworthiness, once again assessing it as \u201cBBB\u201d (outlook stable). This means it continues to view the Cologne-based retail and tourism group as a stable issuer with sound creditworthiness.<\/p>\n

This is a very good rating for a retail and tourism group,<\/q> says Telerik Schischmanow, CFO of the REWE GROUP. It vindicates our strategy of sustainable, long-term growth. We are delighted that Standard & Poor\u2019s has recognised the REWE GROUP\u2019s continuously positive growth over the past few years and is confident in our financial strength and strategy. Especially in the current climate, this credit rating is a strong sign of security and stability.<\/q><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Rating rationale<\/h2>\n

In its analysis, Standard & Poor\u2019s particularly commends the REWE GROUP\u2019s stable business profile and excellent market positions in Germany, Austria and the Czech Republic. It also recognises the REWE GROUP\u2019s role as a driver of innovation: for example, it was one of the first retail companies to introduce convenience formats, focus on regional and organic produce, and offer online food retail across Germany. The rating agency also assesses the REWE GROUP\u2019s diversified brand and product portfolio as a positive factor that contributes to its stability.
\nWith a sound investment-grade BBB rating, the REWE GROUP cooperative was assessed as level 9 out of 22, and is therefore performing very well compared with competitors \u2013 including listed companies. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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First cooperative to receive a rating<\/h2>\n

Standard & Poor\u2019s provided its first rating for the REWE GROUP in 2010, making the REWE GROUP the first cooperative in Germany with an internationally recognised rating. Since the initial rating process, the investment grade rating has been constantly monitored and updated in annual management meetings and through continuous communication between the REWE GROUP and the rating agency. It certifies the Group\u2019s security and stability to third parties, enables investors to assess its creditworthiness, and therefore provides access to capital market funding. This has enabled the REWE GROUP to tap the capital market as an additional source of funding. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Plans and investments<\/h2>\n

Last year, the REWE GROUP issued a sustainability-linked bond for the first time, which generated a large amount of interest. This bond is helping to secure funds for future growth and investments in digitalisation and automation. In addition, the Group is investing strategically in real estate in order to make itself less vulnerable to rent increases and retain control over site development. These investments are also important from a sustainability standpoint, because they enable installation of photovoltaic systems and charging infrastructure for electric vehicles.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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    The cooperatively organized REWE GROUP is one of the leading trade and tourism groups in Germany and Europe. In 2025, the company generated a total external turnover of more than 100 billion euros. Founded in 1927, REWE GROUP operates with around 380,000 employees in 21 European countries.<\/p>\n

    The sales lines include REWE, REWE CENTER, nahkauf and BILLA as well as ADEG supermarkets and consumer stores, the discounter PENNY, IKI, the drugstores BIPA and the toom Baumarkt DIY stores. The company also operates convenience stores REWE To Go, REWE express and the e-commerce activities REWE Liefer- and Abholservice as well as Zooroyal and Weinfreunde. The Lekkerland Group comprises the wholesale activities of the business group in the area of on-the-go consumption. Under the umbrella of DERTOUR Group, the Travel and Tourism division includes more than 2,000 travel agencies, tour operators as well as hotel brands and online travel portals.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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    \n Thomas Bonrath <\/p>\n\n

    Head of Media Relations and Spokesperson REWE Markt<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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      24 September 2026<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

      From the REWE GROUP for customers: toom Baumarkt DIY store and fulfillmenttools lay the foundation for flexible omnichannel services<\/h3>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n<\/div>\n <\/li>\n
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      14 September 2026<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

      REWE GROUP Supports Cologne Cultural Fund<\/h3>\n

      Funding model helps the independent arts scene attract federal and EU funding to Cologne<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n<\/div>\n <\/li>\n

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      17 August 2026<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

      S&P Reaffirms REWE GROUP’s \u201cBBB\u201d Rating (Outlook Stable)\u00a0<\/h3>\n

      REWE Group remains in a strong financial position and is focused on long-term growth through strategic investments<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n<\/div>\n <\/li>\n

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      10 August 2026<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

      Winter Vacation: The Waiting Game Is Over<\/h3>\n

      Recently, the number of bookings for the winter season has been picking up significantly again. Half of all bookings made with our tour operators are for long-haul destinations, and flexible travel options and unique experiences are very much in vogue. Here\u2019s an overview of the highlights from the new itineraries<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n<\/div>\n <\/li>\n

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      24 July 2026<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

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      23 July 2026<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

      “I’m an optimistic person. I’ve always been that way.”<\/h3>\n

      For Ines Batz of DERTOUR, the effectiveness of her appreciative, positive, and calm leadership style was evident not only during stressful periods at work but also during a personal crisis: Her team naturally stepped in and supported her through that time. From her own career experience, she also knows that no one is perfectly prepared for a leadership position. Her advice to other women: Take it one step at a time\u2014with courage, curiosity, and confidence.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n<\/div>\n <\/li>\n

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      22 July 2026<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

      Sports Bring People Together: Inclusion Right in the Heart of the Neighborhood<\/h3>\n

      What\u2019s it like to play wheelchair basketball? Florian S\u00f6rensen, manager of the sales department, tried it out for himself at the inclusive family sports festival in Berlin-Reinickendorf in early July. A few meters away, European Para-Badminton Champion Rick Hellmann was playing with guests. Fifty meters away, children were climbing a tower made of empty water crates, while at the many other booths, people were discussing the theme of the day: the self-determined participation of people with disabilities in social life.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n<\/div>\n <\/li>\n

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      15 July 2026<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

      CSD 2026: Take a Stand. Embrace Diversity.<\/h3>\n

      Together with our LGBTIQ employee network, DITO, we are once again participating in numerous Christopher Street Days and Pride events this year. For the first time, we\u2019ll have trucks in six German cities, and we\u2019re also supporting numerous regional Pride events as well as initiatives organized by our regional offices and retailers. We are also sending a clear message of diversity at our locations in Austria, Italy, and Slovakia. <\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n<\/div>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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      Our LinkedIn feed has all the latest information from the REWE GROUP and the sector, with the most important developments from the worlds of retail, e-commerce, food, CSR and policy.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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