Associated British Foods

Associated British Foods is a multinational conglomerate with operations spanning food, ingredients, agriculture, and retail. Best known in the consumer market for its discount clothing chain Primark, ABF generates billions annually across its global divisions. While marketed as a diversified food and retail group, much of its profit and public visibility comes from fast fashion.

ABF’s ownership of Primark ties the conglomerate to one of the most aggressive models of cheap, disposable clothing. Critics point to exploitative supply chains, environmental damage, and the accelerating pace of trend-driven production as evidence of systemic harm. The scale of Primark within ABF’s portfolio makes the conglomerate a significant boycott target.