Daniel Kretinsky

Daniel Kretinsky is a Czech billionaire who controls the Casino group (owner of Monoprix, Franprix, etc.) and Prisma Media (publisher of Femme Actuelle, Voici, Télé-Loisirs, etc.). He is also involved with Royal Mail. Kretinsky is newsworthy due to significant financial challenges and restructuring efforts within his portfolio companies. Recent developments include Casino group reporting a widening net loss of €402 million in 2025, attributed to a major social plan initiated in 2024. Additionally, Prisma Media announced a plan to eliminate 261 positions, representing 40% of its workforce. Separately, Royal Mail is facing criticism in Britain due to mail delivery issues. These events highlight Kretinsky's current relevance as a major player in the retail, media, and postal sectors, facing significant operational and financial pressures.