JB Hi-Fi
Computers and Electronics ManufacturingVictoria, Australia5001-10000 Employees
JB Hi-Fi, based in Melbourne, Victoria, is a retailer focused on home entertainment and consumer electronics. It offers a broad array of products including audio gear, TVs, computers, cameras, and portable devices, along with a large selection of video games, CDs, DVDs, and films; online shopping is also available. The business traces its origins to 1974 when John Barbuto opened a single store in East Keilor, and it has since grown into a major Australasian retailer, with significant expansion and a stock market listing in 2003. Its customer base comprises consumers seeking value and a wide choice across brands, supported by knowledgeable staff and convenient locations. Within the Australasia retail landscape, it is a large, diversified player in home entertainment and consumer electronics. A notable development in 2026 is the launch of a Retail Media network in partnership with Criteo.