Kesko Oyj is a Finnish diversified trading company specializing in three main sectors: grocery trade, building and technical trade, and car trade. Founded in 1940 and headquartered in Helsinki, Kesko ... Kesko Oyj is a Finnish diversified trading company specializing in three main sectors: grocery trade, building and technical trade, and car trade. Founded in 1940 and headquartered in Helsinki, Kesko Oyj oversees a network of approximately 1,800 stores spread across Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Poland. In the grocery sector, Kesko operates both retail and wholesale chains under brands such as K-Citymarket, K-Supermarket, and K-Market, serving everyday consumer and business needs. The building and technical division manages well-known chains like K-Rauta, Onninen, and Byggmakker, providing products and services for home improvement and construction to households and professionals alike. The car trade division imports, markets, and retails prominent automotive brands including Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, CUPRA, Bentley, and Porsche, in addition to offering vehicle leasing and maintenance services. Kesko Oyj is recognized as a leading player in Northern Europe’s trading sector, noted for its extensive physical store network and robust integration of digital sales channels. The company's significant market presence is underpinned by a focus on sustainability across its value chain, making it influential in shaping retail, construction, and automotive commerce in the region.