Coop Plans Turnaround, But Losses Continue
Coop, a large Scandinavian business group, is facing major problems. They have reported a billion-dollar loss and are losing customers. The Rotebro supermarket in Sweden is closing due to financial issues.
Coop, formerly the biggest group in Scandinavia, now has only 24 consumer associations. The company’s financial situation worsened in 2025, leading to a billion-dollar loss. This loss coincided with a decrease in the company’s market share and customer loyalty. The Rotebro supermarket, a long-standing location, is closing its doors. Akos Koranyi, a regular customer for over 30 years, relied on this store for half of its products.
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Highlights
Coop Faces Major Losses
Coop reported a billion-dollar loss in 2025 and declining market share.
New Business Plan Announced
Coop’s CEO wants to be profitable by 2028.
Cooperative Closing in Sweden
The largest Coop cooperative in Sweden is closing down.
Rotebro Store Closes
The classic supermarket in Rotebro is closing.
Customer Impact – Inventory Loss
A customer lost half of the store’s inventory at this location.