Chedraui is a Mexican grocery store and department store chain headquartered in Xalapa, Veracruz. It is one of the largest retailers in Mexico, operating several store formats including hypermarkets (Chedraui), supermarkets (Selecto Chedraui), and smaller express stores (Super Che). The company also has a presence in the United States, operating under the brand name El Super.
Chedraui was founded in 1920 by Lebanese immigrant Lázaro Chedraui Chaya as a drapery and haberdashery business in Xalapa. The business gradually expanded into grocery and other retail items. Through the 20th and 21st centuries, Chedraui grew through acquisitions and organic expansion, becoming a publicly traded company on the Mexican Stock Exchange.
The company is known for offering a wide range of products, including groceries, apparel, electronics, and home goods. It also provides financial services, such as money transfers and bill payments. Chedraui competes with other major retailers in Mexico, such as Walmart de México and Soriana. The chain is also involved in charitable and community outreach programs.