Spar Food Distributors Limited

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Spar Food Distributors Limited - overview

Established

1975

Location

Harrow, -, UK

Primary Industry

Retail

About

Spar Food Distributors Limited operates a network of convenience stores across the UK, providing a wide range of grocery items, including fresh produce, bakery products, and ready-to-eat meals tailored to local community needs. Founded in 1975, Spar Food Distributors Limited is engaged in the operation of convenience grocery stores. The company’s headquarters are located in the United Kingdom, where they have developed a strong presence in the retail sector. It is not known to have undergone significant pivots or to operate as a subsidiary of another firm.


Information on the founder is not available, nor are any details regarding previous company formations. SPAR Convenience Stores UK offers a diverse range of products primarily focused on convenience grocery items, including its own-label wines, fresh produce, bakery goods, and ready-to-eat meals. Their core offerings are designed to meet the everyday needs of local communities across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, with an emphasis on quality and accessibility. SPAR's own-label wine has recently undergone a refresh, enhancing its appeal in the competitive beverage market.


Customers benefit from a variety of services, including in-store Post Office facilities, local delivery options, and a selection of popular food chains like Costa Coffee and Subway within their stores. The company targets a broad customer base, including local residents, families, and individuals seeking quick and convenient shopping solutions in neighbourhoods where SPAR stores are located. SPAR operates on a revenue model primarily driven by retail sales across its network of convenience stores, which are often independently owned but benefit from the brand’s collective buying power and marketing support. Transactions typically occur through direct sales to consumers, with stores stocking a wide array of products from groceries to alcoholic beverages.


Partnerships with local suppliers and brands enhance product offerings and contribute to revenue generation. The pricing structure is designed to cater to a diverse clientele, with competitive pricing on their own-label products, including the award-winning wines that help draw shoppers into their stores. This combination of retail sales, local partnerships, and the strategic placement of in-store services supports SPAR’s revenue generation framework, allowing for a sustainable business model within the convenience store sector.


Primary Industry

Retail

Sub Industries

Retail, Supermarkets & Grocery Stores

Website

www.spar.co.uk

Total Amount Raised

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Spar Food Distributors Limited - financials

Fiscal Year EndedApr 28, 2018Apr 30, 2019Apr 30, 2020Apr 30, 2021Apr 30, 2022Apr 30, 2023
Revenue (USD)66,442,08961,493,33661,832,289---
% Revenue Growth (YoY)-(7.4%)0.6%---
EBITDA (USD)641,912679,716694,939---
Operating Income (USD)420,915493,591522,312---
Operating Margin0.6%0.8%0.8%---
% EBITDA Margin1.0%1.1%1.1%---
NET Income (USD)412,868352,694449,531---
% Net Margin0.6%0.6%0.7%---

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