X5 Retail Group N.V. creates, develops, and operates grocery retail stores primarily in Russia. As of February 28, 2018, the company operated 11,225 Pyaterochka proximity stores, 638 Perekrestok supermarkets, 93 Karusel hypermarkets, and 165 express stores. It also engages in wholesale operations and online retail, as well as provides franchise and other services. The company was founded in 1975 and is based in The Hague, The Netherlands.