{"id":29642,"date":"2026-08-17T10:22:51","date_gmt":"2026-08-17T08:22:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rewe-group.com\/de\/?post_type=press_release&p=49718"},"modified":"2026-09-29T10:34:30","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T08:34:30","slug":"sp-reaffirms-rewe-groups-bbb-rating-outlook-stable","status":"publish","type":"press_release","link":"https:\/\/www.rewe-group.com\/en\/press-and-media\/newsroom\/press-releases\/sp-reaffirms-rewe-groups-bbb-rating-outlook-stable\/","title":{"rendered":"S&P Reaffirms REWE GROUP’s \u201cBBB\u201d Rating (Outlook Stable)\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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In its rating released on August 12, 2026, the international credit rating agency Standard & Poor\u2019s (S&P) once again assigned the REWE GROUP a \u201cBBB\u201d rating (outlook stable). This rating reaffirms the REWE GROUP\u2019s financial stability and creditworthiness. <\/p>\n

S&P views the REWE GROUP\u2019s diversified business model, its strong competitive position in the food retail sector, and its long-term financial and investment strategy positively: <\/p>\n

\u201cThe reaffirmation of our “BBB” rating with a stable outlook is an important indicator of the REWE GROUP\u2019s financial stability and long-term viability. It confirms the strength of our business model, our leading market positions, and our consistent investment strategy. Especially in a challenging economic environment, the rating demonstrates confidence in our sustainable growth trajectory and our financial strength,\u201d says Telerik Schischmanow, Chief Financial Officer of the REWE GROUP.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Strong market positions and a broad portfolio <\/h2>\n

S&P considers the REWE GROUP to be well-positioned in the European food retail sector. The rating agency particularly highlights the group\u2019s strong market position in Germany, Austria, and the Czech Republic, its diversified business structure, and its high brand awareness. In addition, the REWE GROUP\u2019s extensive store network, attractive locations, and procurement expertise contribute to its strong competitive position. <\/p>\n

S&P cites the REWE GROUP\u2019s long-term, value-creating investment strategy as another positive factor. The rating agency specifically points to investments in stores, logistics, and automation, as well as the expansion of the group\u2019s own locations.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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First Cooperative with an Internationally Recognized Rating<\/h2>\n

Standard & Poor’s first rated the REWE GROUP in 2010. This made it the first cooperatively organized company in Germany to receive an internationally recognized rating. Since then, the REWE GROUP has consistently maintained an investment-grade rating. <\/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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    Head of Media Relations REWE GROUP <\/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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      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

      Strategic Expansion of Hotel Operations: DERTOUR Group Becomes Sole Owner of DSR Hotel Holding<\/h3>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n<\/div>\n <\/li>\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

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      From Zero to Woof: REWE Retailer Simon Bacher on His Journey to Opening the First ZooRoyal Specialty Store in North Rhine-Westphalia<\/h3>\n

      Goats, Chickens, and the Dream of Owning a Store: How Simon Bacher Appears on Camera for ZooRoyal <\/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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