Meijer operates as a privately held company with no publicly traded stock. The Midwest supercenter chain remains entirely owned by the founding Meijer family since 1934. Without stock market listing, traditional share pricing does not apply to this retail operation.
Stock Price of Meijer
Meijer Stock Forecast
Meijer maintains private ownership with no immediate plans for an initial public offering. The company generated over $21 billion in annual revenue as of 2025. Industry speculation about a potential 2025 IPO remains unconfirmed by company leadership. The Walmart and Kroger publicly traded models offer alternatives for retail investors. Meijer continues expansion with nearly $500 million invested in Ohio operations through 2025. Private status allows long-term strategic focus without quarterly earnings pressure.
Meijer Valuation
Timeline of Meijer Funding
Hendrik Meijer founded the company with $338.75 of merchandise, using personal savings. No external funding was sought.
First supercenter opened through retained earnings. The family reinvested profits to fund expansion of Thrifty Acres format.
Regional expansion across Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, Kentucky, and Wisconsin funded entirely through operational cash flow.
Acquisition of Aureus Health Services completed using internal capital reserves. No debt or equity financing required.
Nearly $500 million infrastructure investment in Ohio operations funded through company profits. Family ownership structure remains unchanged.
Meijer Investors
Meijer has no external investors. The company remains 100% family-owned since its founding in 1934. Growth has been financed exclusively through retained earnings with no venture capital, private equity, or angel investment.