Modelo Continente

MC (formerly known as Modelo Continente) is the retail arm of the Sonae Group and the leading food and health retail operator in Portugal. While its core business is centered on the Continente supermarket chain, the company maintains a significant footprint in the healthcare sector through its "Wells" brand, which is Portugal's largest parapharmacy and health/wellness retailer. Wells provides a wide range of over-the-counter medicines, dermo-cosmetics, and optometry services across hundreds of locations. Additionally, MC operates "Dr. Well's," a network of specialized clinics focused on dental medicine and aesthetic medicine. This integration of clinical services and specialized retail makes MC a dominant player in the Portuguese consumer healthcare landscape.