Co-operative Group Overview
- Year Founded
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1843
- Status
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Private
- Employees
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54,000
- Latest Deal Type
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Debt Refin.
- Latest Deal Amount
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$736M
Co-operative Group General Information
Description
Operator of a consumer cooperative intended to provide retail goods and essential services. The company offers food retailing, funeral care, insurance and legal services through a member-owned model, enabling consumers to access convenience products and professional services while participating in democratic governance and profit-sharing initiatives that support local community development across the United Kingdom.
Contact Information
Website
www.co-operative.coopCorporate Office
- 6th Floor
- 1 Angel Square
- Manchester M60 0AG
- England, United Kingdom
Corporate Office
- 6th Floor
- 1 Angel Square
- Manchester M60 0AG
- England, United Kingdom
Co-operative Group Timeline
Co-operative Group Valuation & Funding
| Deal Type | Date | Amount | Raised to Date | Post-Val | Status | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8. Debt Refinancing | 24-Apr-2026 | $736M | Completed | Generating Revenue | ||
| 7. Debt Refinancing | 19-Jun-2025 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 6. Debt Refinancing | 20-Dec-2024 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 5. General Corporate Purpose | 08-May-2019 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 4. General Corporate Purpose | 12-Nov-2018 | Cancelled | Generating Revenue | |||
| 3. Debt Refinancing | 30-Jul-2012 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 2. Debt Refinancing | 24-May-2011 | $1.31B | $1.31B | Completed | Generating Revenue | |
| 1. Debt - General | Completed | Generating Revenue |
Co-operative Group Signals
Co-operative Group Investments & Acquisitions (31)
Co-operative Group’s most recent deal was a Merger/Acquisition with The Southern Co-operative. The deal was made on 26-Jul-2026.
| Company Name | Deal Date | Deal Type | Deal Size | Industry | Lead Partner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-operative | 26-Jul-2026 | Merger/Acquisition | Holding Companies | ||
| Chelmsford Star Co-operative Society | 07-Aug-2025 | Merger/Acquisition | Other Services (B2C Non-Financial) | ||
| Cheeky Nibble | 05-Nov-2024 | Accelerator/Incubator | Food Products | ||
| Hip Pop | 09-Oct-2024 | Accelerator/Incubator | Beverages | ||
| Ensemble Foods | 10-Jan-2024 | Corporate | Food Products |
Co-operative Group Affiliates
Subsidiaries (5)
| Name | Industry | Location | Year Founded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Retail | Scunthorpe, United Kingdom | 1977 | |
| The Southern Co-operative | Portsmouth, United Kingdom | 1872 | |
| Chelmsford Star Co-operative Society | Chelmsford, United Kingdom | 1867 | |
| Co-op Section of Pace | Peterborough, United Kingdom | ||
| Co-operative Group (130 Fuel Retailing Sites in Manchester, United Kingdom) | Manchester, United Kingdom |
Co-operative Group FAQs
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When was Co-operative Group founded?
Co-operative Group was founded in 1843.
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Where is Co-operative Group headquartered?
Co-operative Group is headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom.
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What is the size of Co-operative Group?
Co-operative Group has 54,000 total employees.
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What industry is Co-operative Group in?
Co-operative Group’s primary industry is Conglomerates.
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Is Co-operative Group a private or public company?
Co-operative Group is a Private company.
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What is Co-operative Group’s current revenue?
The current revenue for Co-operative Group is .
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How much funding has Co-operative Group raised over time?
Co-operative Group has raised $4.9B.
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