Who owns DIA?
DIA
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- Brand origin
- Spain
- Main production
- Spain
DIA is a Spanish proximity supermarket brand operated by Distribuidora Internacional de Alimentación, S.A. DIA is ultimately owned by LetterOne Investment Holdings S.A., a private equity owned investment company.
dia.esOwnership chain
- BrandDIASpain
- Distribuidora Internacional de Alimentación, S.A.
- L1R Invest1 Holdings S.à r.l.
- Ultimate ownerLetterOne Investment Holdings S.A.Luxembourg
About DIA
What is DIA?
DIA is a proximity supermarket network serving local communities. The business operates through company owned and franchised stores, with operations in Spain and Argentina. DIA is headquartered in Madrid, Spain. The company ranked as the fourth largest food retail operator in Spain in 2026.
Who owns DIA?
DIA is ultimately owned by LetterOne Investment Holdings S.A., according to Made O'Meter's ownership data verified on 13 September 2026. The ownership chain is DIA, Distribuidora Internacional de Alimentación, S.A., L1R Invest1 Holdings S.à r.l., and LetterOne Investment Holdings S.A. LetterOne Investment Holdings S.A. is owned by private equity.
Where does DIA come from?
DIA originated in Spain. Distribuidora Internacional de Alimentación, S.A. was established in 1966 and has its headquarters in Madrid. DIA has been listed on the Spanish Stock Exchange since 2011. LetterOne became the reference shareholder and took control of the company in 2019.
What products does DIA make?
DIA sells food, household products, and personal care products through its supermarket network. The business operates store formats and banners including Dia Market, Dia Maxi, La Plaza de Dia, Fresh by DIA, Clarel, and Dia&Go. DIA also sells products under its own private label.
How large is DIA?
DIA Group reported €7.076 billion in net sales in 2025. The group reported more than 34,000 professionals in 2025 and operated more than 3,400 proximity supermarkets across Spain and Argentina.
Frequently asked questions about DIA
Is DIA a Spanish supermarket brand?
- Yes. DIA originated in Spain and is headquartered in Madrid. DIA currently operates supermarkets in Spain and Argentina.
Is DIA owned by LetterOne?
- Yes. DIA is ultimately owned by LetterOne Investment Holdings S.A. Distribuidora Internacional de Alimentación, S.A. operates the DIA business.
Does DIA operate franchises?
- Yes. DIA operates both company owned and franchised stores. Approximately 70% of its stores were operated by franchisees according to the group's 2026 company information.
Where does DIA operate supermarkets?
- DIA operates supermarkets in Spain and Argentina. The group describes Spain as its main market and holds a market leading position in the Greater Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area.
What types of products does DIA sell?
- DIA sells groceries, household goods, and personal care products. Its retail banners include Dia Market, Dia Maxi, La Plaza de Dia, Fresh by DIA, Clarel, and Dia&Go.
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Products from DIA
60- Dia TomatesFood – Fresh Produce
- Dia Cerveza (Lager)Beverage – Beer (Lager)
- Dia Cerveza Sin Alcohol (Alcohol-Free Beer)Beverage – Non-alcoholic Beer
- Dia Supermarket ProductsRetail – Grocery and Supermarket Chain
- DIA Lager BeerBeverage – Alcohol
- Dia Supermarket Private Label ProductsFood & Household – Supermarket Private Label / Retail
- Dia Garbanzo PedrosillanoFood – Dried Legumes (Chickpeas)
- Dia Arroz Integral (Brown Rice)Food – Rice and Grains
- Dia Couscous / PastaFood – Pasta & Grains
- DIA Olive Oil 3LFood – Cooking Oil
- DIA Snack / AperitivoFood – Snack
- DIA Pickled GherkinsFood – Pickled Vegetables
- Dia Dried Fruit & NutsFood – Nuts and Dried Fruits
- DIA Mejillones al natural (Canned Mussels)Food – Canned Seafood
- DIA Beer Sin AlcoholBeverage – Low-alcohol beer
- DIA snacks or food productFood – Snack
- DIA HoneyFood – Honey
- Dia snacks - Tortilla chips with saltFood – Snack (Confectionery savory)
- Dia Fresh Spinach (Espinacas)Food – Packaged Fresh Vegetables
- DIA Snack / Food categoryFood – Snack (likely bakery or appetizer)
- Dia dark chocolate barFood – Confectionery
- Dia PistachiosFood – Snack (Nuts)
- DIA Pasta MaravillaFood – Pasta
- Dia Seleccion Mundial GuancialeFood – Cured Meat (Pork)
and 36 more products