Booker Group
Booker Group[edit | edit source]
Booker Group
| Type | Public |
|---|---|
| Traded as | LSE: BOK |
| Founded | 1835 |
| Headquarters | Wellingborough |
| Key people | Charles Wilson (CEO) |
| Industry | Wholesale |
| Products | Food and drink |
| Revenue | £5.3 billion (2019) |
| Operating income | £198.8 million (2019) |
| Net income | £139.3 million (2019) |
| Employees | 14,000 (2019) |
| Website | [www.booker.co.uk Official website] |
The Booker Group is a British wholesale company that specializes in the distribution of food and drink products. It was founded in 1835 by George Booker and is headquartered in Wellingborough, England. Booker Group is publicly traded on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol LSE: BOK.
History[edit | edit source]
The company was established in 1835 by George Booker as a small grocery wholesaler. Over the years, Booker Group expanded its operations and became one of the leading wholesale companies in the United Kingdom. In 2005, the company acquired the Makro Cash & Carry UK, further strengthening its position in the wholesale market.
In 2018, Booker Group was acquired by Tesco, one of the largest retail companies in the UK. The acquisition allowed Tesco to enhance its wholesale business and benefit from Booker Group's extensive distribution network.
Operations[edit | edit source]
Booker Group operates through multiple channels, including cash and carry, delivered wholesale, and online platforms. The company serves a wide range of customers, including independent retailers, caterers, and small businesses. It offers a comprehensive range of food and drink products, including fresh produce, frozen foods, beverages, and household essentials.
Financial Performance[edit | edit source]
In 2019, Booker Group reported a revenue of £5.3 billion, with an operating income of £198.8 million and a net income of £139.3 million. The company employs approximately 14,000 people across its operations.
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
