MediaMarkt

MediaMarkt is a German multinational chain of consumer electronics stores, founded in 1979 by Leopold Stiefel, Walter Gunz, and Erich Kellerhals. The first store opened in Munich, Germany. Over the years, MediaMarkt expanded its presence across Europe, operating in countries such as Austria, Belgium, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, and Hungary. In 2017, MediaMarkt became part of Ceconomy AG, a leading European consumer electronics retailer. In April 2023, Groupe Fnac Darty, a French multinational retail company, acquired MediaMarkt, integrating it into its portfolio of consumer electronics and household appliances brands. As of January 2026, MediaMarkt continues to operate under the ownership of Groupe Fnac Darty, serving customers across multiple European countries with a wide range of consumer electronics products.