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Whole Foods Market

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American natural supermarket chain

Whole Foods Market, Inc. (colloquially referred to as simply Whole Foods) is an American multinational supermarket chain headquartered in Austin, Texas, which generally sells whole food products free from hydrogenated fats and artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives.3 From Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0

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Last updated Oct 16, 2026.

Overview

Sep 20, 1980Founded1

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  • TickerWFM on NASDAQ1
  • Industryfood industry1
  • HeadquartersAustin1
  • Founded inAustin1
  • Websitewww.wholefoodsmarket.com
  • Legal formjoint-stock company1
  • Incorporated inTX5
  • Business address550 Bowie Street, Austin, Tx 787035
  • Filer categoryLarge accelerated filer5

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Whole Foods Market, Inc. (colloquially referred to as simply Whole Foods) is an American multinational supermarket chain headquartered in Austin, Texas, which generally sells whole food products free from hydrogenated fats and artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives. A USDA Certified Organic grocer in the United States, the chain is popularly known for its organic selections.3

The story

Founded by John Mackey on Sep 20, 1980, in Austin.1

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Timeline

  1. Aug 28, 2017Acquired Acquired by Amazon1
  2. Sep 20, 1980Founded Founded in Austin1

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