Sainsburys

Sainsbury's, officially J Sainsbury plc, is a British multinational groceries and general merchandise retailer. It originated in 1869 when John James Sainsbury and his wife Mary Ann opened a small dairy shop in Drury Lane, London.

The business expanded into groceries and grew into one of the United Kingdom's largest supermarket operators, with a focus on value and quality. Today the company operates Sainsbury's supermarkets and Sainsbury's Local convenience stores, as well as online grocery shopping.

In 2016 Sainsbury's completed the acquisition of Home Retail Group, acquiring Argos and integrating its operations with its own distribution network. Argos stores continue to operate under their brand and offer online ordering with in-store collection, and the Argos network is aligned with Sainsbury's broader retail strategy.

J Sainsbury plc is a publicly traded company listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 index. As part of its strategy, the group has pursued growth in online grocery, expansion of convenience formats, and the integration of Argos’ retail network. The company also maintains Sainsbury's Bank, offering a range of basic financial services as part of its broader brand portfolio.

Sainsbury's operates primarily in the United Kingdom, competing with other major supermarkets such as Tesco, Morrisons, and Asda. Its business model encompasses food and non-food products, along with omnichannel services that include online ordering and rapid home delivery or collection.