Egyptian Distribution Group

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The Egyptian Distribution Group (a.k.a. Edge[1]) is a supermarket chain in Egypt.[2] It is headquartered in Giza, Egypt's third largest city.[2]

History[edit]

The company is chaired by Egyptian businessman Amr el-Nasharty.[3] It was formerly a subsidiary of Sainsbury's,[2] as Sainsbury's acquired 25% in March 2009 and 80% by December 2009.[3] However, they sold their stake back to Nasharty in 2001.[3]

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