engros

Engros is a term used in several Nordic languages, including Danish, Norwegian, and Swedish, to describe the wholesale segment of the economy. It denotes the business of buying goods in large quantities from producers or other wholesalers and selling them in smaller lots to retailers, professional buyers, institutions, or other businesses. An engros company typically acts as an intermediary in the supply chain, handling procurement, storage, and distribution, and may offer value-added services such as credit terms, marketing support, or product assortment.

The customers of engros firms are usually retailers, restaurants and cafes, schools and hospitals, or small manufacturers that require regular supplies but do not purchase directly from producers in bulk. Engros firms often compete on price per unit at volume, reliability of delivery, product range, and geographic reach. Price terms are commonly based on bulk discounts; profit margins per unit tend to be lower than in retail but are offset by higher overall sales volume.

Wholesale businesses can be horizontal, covering a broad range of products for multiple retailers, or specialized by product category (for example food, hardware, electronics, or industrial supplies). Some engros operators also maintain online or catalog-based sales channels and may run regional distribution centers or engage in import/export activities.

Regulation and market dynamics of engros align with general commercial and tax laws applicable to wholesale and retail. The growth of B2B e-commerce and digital logistics has expanded the reach and efficiency of engros, enabling faster delivery and greater product availability for business customers.