Sainsbury's, also known as J Sainsbury, is a publicly owned company headquartered in the UK, founded in 1869 and employing approximately 55,850 individuals. The company reported $44.4 billion in revenue as of 2025. Functioning as a multi-brand company primarily engaged in retail, Sainsbury's operates various formats of retail outlets, including supermarkets and convenience stores, under the Sainsbury’s, Habitat, and Argos banners. Additionally, it extends its operations to financial services through Sainsbury’s Bank.