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Sainsbury’s is one of the UK’s largest retailers, operating supermarkets and convenience stores alongside major complementary brands like Argos, Habitat, Tu Clothing, Nectar, and Nectar360. For many shoppers, Sainsbury’s is a “full basket” destination: groceries and essentials plus general merchandise through Argos and seasonal ranges.
Because Sainsbury’s is a public company, the most reliable stats come straight from its annual report—sales by segment, store footprint, and how the business mix is changing year to year.
Sainsbury’s by the Numbers
- Group sales (incl. VAT): £36.72B (52 weeks ended 1 March 2025)
- Retail sales (ex fuel): £31.56B (FY2024/25)
- Sainsbury’s sales: £26.64B (FY2024/25)
- Argos sales: £4.92B (FY2024/25)
- Sainsbury’s store count: 1,454 (as of 1 March 2025)
- Argos store count: 664 total; 461 inside Sainsbury’s (as of 1 March 2025)
Key Sainsbury’s Metrics
| Metric | Value | Year (as reported) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group sales (incl. VAT) | £36.720B | 52 weeks ended 1 March 2025 | Annual Report 2025 (PDF) |
| Retail sales (ex fuel) | £31.555B | 52 weeks ended 1 March 2025 | Annual Report 2025 (PDF) |
| Sainsbury’s sales | £26.639B | 52 weeks ended 1 March 2025 | Annual Report 2025 (PDF) |
| Argos sales | £4.916B | 52 weeks ended 1 March 2025 | Annual Report 2025 (PDF) |
| Sainsbury’s store count | 1,454 (599 supermarkets; 855 convenience) | As of 1 March 2025 | Annual Report 2025 (PDF) |
| Argos store count | 664 total; 461 in Sainsbury’s | As of 1 March 2025 | Annual Report 2025 (PDF) |
How Sainsbury’s Makes Money
- Grocery-led retail: supermarkets + convenience are the core volume engine.
- General merchandise: Argos adds a large non-grocery basket opportunity.
- Digital and loyalty: Nectar and Nectar360 support personalization and retail media.
FAQ
How much does Sainsbury’s sell in a year?
Sainsbury’s reported group sales (including VAT) of £36.720 billion for the 52 weeks ended 1 March 2025.
How many Sainsbury’s stores are there?
Sainsbury’s reported 1,454 Sainsbury’s stores as of 1 March 2025 (599 supermarkets and 855 convenience stores).
How many Argos stores does Sainsbury’s have?
Sainsbury’s reported 664 Argos stores as of 1 March 2025, including 461 stores located inside Sainsbury’s.
