Carrefour expands operations in Spain, targeting market leader Mercadona

French food distribution group Carrefour is reportedly expanding its operations in Spain, which represents its third-largest market by revenue, following France and Brazil. The company's strategic move aims to challenge Mercadona, the current market leader in the Spanish retail sector. This expansion phase is reportedly influenced by Spain's robust tourism growth, with the country having welcomed 96.8 million tourists in 2025 and anticipating over 100 million visitors this year. Carrefour seeks to capitalize on this increasing influx of international visitors and local demand to strengthen its market position.

Sources: Le Monde