What Does ALDI Stand For? Ever wondered what ALDI means? It’s short for Albrecht Diskont—a nod to founders Karl and Theo Albrecht, who built their grocery empire on affordability. The ALDI Story After taking over their mother’s small shop in post-WWII Germany, the Albrecht brothers prioritized low costs and essential goods. Their streamlined model took off, but a dispute over selling cigarettes led them to split in 1960, forming ALDI Nord and ALDI Süd. Today, ALDI Nord even owns Trader Joe’s! Why ALDI Stands Out Private-label products keep prices low. Cart rental system reduces labor costs. Bring-your-own-bags policy minimizes waste. Shoppers love ALDI’s affordability, efficiency, and unique finds