J Sainsbury plc (JSAIY) Research

J Sainsbury plc operates as a leading retailer within the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, engaging in a broad spectrum of activities including food, general merchandise, and clothing sales, alongside comprehensive financial services. Its operations are strategically segmented into three core divisions: Retail – Food, Retail – General Merchandise and Clothing, and Financial Services. The company caters to customers through a diverse array of physical retail establishments, which include both large supermarkets and smaller convenience stores. Furthermore, it maintains a robust online presence, facilitating both grocery and general merchandise purchases digitally. As of March 5, 2022, Sainsbury's extensive retail footprint comprised 598 supermarkets, 809 convenience outlets, 728 Argos branches, 335 dedicated collection points, and 3 Habitat stores. Beyond its retail arm, the company extends its services to financial products, offering solutions such as credit cards, scorecards, and personal loans. It also provides a variety of insurance policies, including coverage for home, car, pet, travel, and life. Established in 1869, J Sainsbury plc maintains its corporate headquarters in London, United Kingdom.

Market snapshot

Symbol
JSAIY
Price
$16.14
Day change
+1.70%
Market cap
$6.6B
P/E ratio
17.71x
52-week range
15.24-19.9
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Grocery Stores
Next earnings
in 5 months

Recent news

  • UK's Sainsbury's backs police presence in stores to deter theft, violence

    British supermarket group Sainsbury's would welcome a regular police presence in its stores to deter shoplifting and violence and abuse against staff, ​its boss said on Thursday.

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