The Mediobanca Research Area has presented a new version of its survey on large-scale distribution, Italian and international, with an emphasis on the food industry in particular. The survey combines the earnings and financial data of 124 Italian firms, plus that of the 31 largest international players for the 2019-24 period. The survey includes indepth analysis of the individual segments, a focus on Private Label (PL), and on ESG and governance issues.
The main findings were discussed at an event, attended by some of the leading players in the Italian mass distribution industry.
The following took part in the first roundtable discussion on “What does the future hold? Strategies, leadership and scenarios for the leading players”: Francesco Avanzini, General Manager of Conad, Domenico Brisigotti, General Manager of Coop Italia, Massimiliano Silvestri, Chairman of LIDL Italy, and Maniele Tasca, General Manager of Selex Gruppo Commerciale. The following took part in the second roundtable discussion on “Strong roots, rapid growth: local labels that make a difference”: Giovanni Arena, Chief Executive Officer of the Arena group and Chairman of the VéGé group, Laura Gabrielli, chair of Magazzini Gabrielli, and Giangiacomo Ibba, Chief Executive Officer of Crai Secom.