Kimberly-Clark de México SAB history, company profile (overview) and history video Kimberly-Clark de México, S.A.B. de C.V. (KCM) is a personal care company headquartered in México City, Mexico. It manufactures and markets disposable diapers, feminine-care pads, bathroom and facial tissue, napkins, kitchen towels, hand towels, and others. Its portfolio of brands includes: Huggies, KleenBebé, Pull-Ups, Evenflo, Kleenex, Kotex, Depend, Kleenex Cottonelle, Pétalo, Suavel, Vogue, Sanitas, Marli y Kimlark, Jabón Escudo Antibacterial, and Jabones Kleenex. HISTORY Kimberly-Clark de México’s history began in 1925 when the paper mill “La Aurora, S.A.” was established in Naucalpan de Juárez, Estado de…
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Key Stats Kering reported €17.2 billion in revenue for 2024 The company has a market cap of approximately $45 billion as of November 2025 Kering operates 1,813 stores worldwide with 47,000 employees Founded in 1962 by François Pinault as a timber trading company Gucci accounts for approximately 45% of total revenue Kering stands as one of the world’s leading luxury conglomerates, headquartered in Paris. The company manages prestigious fashion houses including Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, and Alexander McQueen. The French multinational transformed from humble timber trading origins into a luxury powerhouse through strategic acquisitions. François-Henri Pinault has served…
Key Stats Founded in 1898 through the merger of 17 pulp and paper mills in northeastern United States and eastern Canada. Headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee with approximately 39,000 employees globally. Annual revenue of $18.62 billion in 2024 with operations across North America, Latin America, Europe, and North Africa. Market capitalization of approximately $19.08 billion as of November 2025. Largest pulp and paper company in the world supplying renewable fiber-based packaging and pulp products. International Paper stands as the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions and one of the world’s largest recyclers. The company manufactures renewable fiber-based packaging products, pulp, and…
Interconexion Electrica SA ESP (ISA) profile and corporate video Interconexion Electrica SA ESP (ISA) is a Colombia-based company engaged in the transmission of electric power. The Company’s business is structured into five divisions: Electric Energy Transport, operating a network of high-voltage transmission circuits in Colombia, Peru, Bolivia and Brazil; Smart Management of Real Time Systems, which manages the facilities of the National Interconnected System (SIN), Commercial Settlement System (SIC), Wholesale Energy Market (MEN) and International Electricity Transactions (TIE); Construction of Infrastructure Projects, which include the development of high-voltage and fiber-optic transmission networks; Telecommunications Transport, which is involved in the leasing of…
Inchcape Plc profile and corporate video Inchcape Plc engages in retail and distribution businesses. It has multi-channel revenue streams, including sale of new and used vehicles, parts, service, finance and insurance. The company provides a professional and financed route to market for vehicle and parts manufacturers across five continents. Inchcape was founded on August 15, 1958 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.” “Inchcape History We have more that 170 years of successful international trade experience based on a pioneering spirit that is still alive within the organisation. Travel back in time and discover some of the events and facts…
IHI Corp. history, profile and history video IHI Corp. engages in the design, manufacture, sale, installation, repair, overhaul, and maintenance of heavy machinery. It operates through the following segments: Energy and Resources, Ships and Offshore Facilities, Social Infrastructure, Logistics Systems and Industrial Machinery, Rotating Equipment and Mass Production Machinery, Aero Engine and Space, and Other. The Energy and Resources segment covers boilers, gas turbines, components for nuclear power plants, storage facilities, process plants, power systems, and floating liquefied natural gas storage facilities. The Ships and Offshore Facilities segment handles shipbuilding, ship repairs, and offshore structures. The Social Infrastructure segment includes bridges, construction…
Gold Fields Limited history, profile and corporate video Gold Fields Limited (Gold Fields) is a holding company. Gold Fields is engaged in gold mining and related activities, including exploration, extraction, processing and smelting. Gold Fields is a producer of gold and holder of gold reserves in South Africa, Ghana, Australia and Peru. In Peru, Gold Fields also produces copper. It is primarily involved in underground and surface gold and copper mining and related activities. It also has an interest in a platinum group metal exploration project in Finland. Gold bullion is its principal product, which is produced in South Africa, Ghana and…
General Mills, Inc. history, profile and history video General Mills, Inc. is a manufacturer and marketer of branded consumer foods sold through retail stores. It also supplies branded and unbranded food products to the foodservice and commercial baking industries. General Mills operates through three reportable business segments: U.S. Retail, International and Bakeries & Foodservice. The U.S. Retail segment reflects business with a wide variety of grocery stores, mass merchandisers, membership stores, natural food chains, and drug, dollar and discount chains operating throughout the United States. This segment products include ready-to-eat cereals, refrigerated yogurt, ready-to-serve soup, dry dinners, shelf stable and frozen vegetables,…
Key Stats Founded in 1881 as Metallgesellschaft AG in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Employs over 18,000 people across 62 countries worldwide. Annual revenue of approximately EUR 5.42 billion in fiscal year 2024. Market capitalization of EUR 8.65 billion as of 2025. Listed on German DAX, MDAX, and STOXX Europe 600 Index. GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft stands as a German engineering powerhouse specializing in process technology for demanding production environments. The company delivers machinery, plants, and comprehensive services to the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, dairy, chemical, and marine sectors. Operating through five technology-focused divisions, GEA combines separation and flow technologies with liquid and…
Gap, Inc. history, profile and history video Gap, Inc. is a global apparel retail company. It offers apparel, accessories, and personal care products for men, women, children, and babies under the Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, Piperlime, Athleta, and Intermix brands. Gap operates in the specialty, outlet, online, and franchise channels. The company operates its business through two reportable segments: Stores and Direct. The Stores segment includes the results of the retail stores for Gap, Old Navy, and Banana Republic. The Direct segment includes the results of its online brands, as well as Piperlime and Athleta. Intermix is also a component of…