Key Stats Vodafone Group operates in over 150 countries with approximately 92,000 employees worldwide Market capitalization stands at approximately $27.83 billion as of November 2025 Annual revenue reached $38.78 billion with 300 million mobile customers globally Company serves major markets including Germany with 30 million customers and UK with 18 million customers Generated adjusted free cash flow of €2.5 billion in fiscal year 2025 Vodafone Group Plc stands as a major telecommunications provider delivering mobile and broadband services across multiple continents. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Newbury, United Kingdom, the company evolved from a subsidiary of Racal Electronics into…
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Key Stats Visa holds 52.2% global credit card market share in 2025, leading all payment networks worldwide. The company processed 233.8 billion transactions in fiscal year 2024, handling $14.5 trillion in payment volume. Visa achieved $35.9 billion in revenue for fiscal year 2024, growing 10% year-over-year. Contactless transactions represent 76% of all Visa card payments globally in 2025. Visa maintains a market capitalization of approximately $650 billion as of November 2025. Visa Inc. stands as the world’s largest payment technology company, connecting consumers, businesses, banks, and governments through its global network. Founded in 1958 as BankAmericard by Bank of America,…
VimpelCom Ltd. history, profile and history video VimpelCom Ltd. is an integrated telecommunications service operator. The company provides voice and data services through a range of traditional and broadband mobile and fixed technologies in Russia, Italy, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Armenia, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Algeria, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Burundi, Zimbabwe, Central African Republic and Canada. It provides services under the following brands: Beeline, Kyivstar, djuice, Wind, Infostrada, Mobilink, Leo, banglalink, Telecel, and Djezzy. Its reporting structure is divided into five business units: Europe & North America, Russia, Ukraine, the Commonwealth of Independent States, and Africa & Asia. The company was founded by Dmitri…
Vestas Wind Systems A/S profile and corporate video Vestas Wind Systems A/S is engaged in the manufacture, sale and service of wind turbines and wind power systems. It also offers offshore wind power solutions and other related services such as grid compatibility, supervisory control and date acquisition, service and maintenance, and technologies. The company operates through the following segments: Europe and Africa Sales Units, Americas Sales Units, Asia Pacific Sales Units, Production Units, and Service. The Sales Units segments comprise of subsidiaries engage in the sale of wind turbines. The Production Units segment covers subsidiaries such as Vestas Blades, Vestas Control…
Verbund AG history, profile and corporate video Verbund AG produces and distributes electricity. The company engages in the generation, trading and sale of electrical energy to power exchange buyers, traders, energy supply companies, and industrial companies, as well as households and commercial customers. It operates its business through three segments: Electricity, Grid, and Equity Interests and Services. The Electricity segment includes business activities related to construction, operation, and maintenance of hydrologic and thermal as well as solar and wind power plants. The Grid segment operates and maintains the Austrian grid area. The Equity Interests and Services segment includes the management and control…
Veolia Environnement SA history, profile and history video Veolia Environnement SA engages in the management of water supplies and distribution systems and provides waste management services. It operates through the following business segments: Water, Environmental Services, Energy Services and Transportation. The Water segment integrates drinking water and waste water activities such as water distribution, water and waste water treatment, industrial process water, and manufacture of water treatment equipment and systems. The Environmental Services segment collects, processes, and disposes household, trade, and industrial waste. The Energy Services segment includes heat production and distribution, energy optimization and related services, and electricity production. The Transportation…
Vallourec SA profile and corporate video Vallourec SA is engaged in the production of tube products and steel fabrication. Its business activities include oil and gas, power generation, industrial applications, and other energy markets. The company was founded in 1899 and is headquartered in Paris, France.” “Vallourec History The history of Vallourec, whose origins date back to the 19th century, is that of the progressive merger of many regional, national and then international companies in the metallurgy sector, leading to the creation of today’s Group, the world leader for premium tubular solutions primarily serving the energy industry. The foundations of the…
Valeo SA history, profile and history video Valeo SA is engaged in the design, production, and sale of components, integrated systems, and modules for the automobile industry. The company operates its business through the following segments: Powertrain Systems, Thermal Systems, Comfort and Driving Assistance Systems and Visibility Systems. The Powertrain Systems segment deals with electrical, transmission, engine management, air management, and hybrid/electric vehicle systems. The Thermal Systems segment manufactures systems, modules, and components for climate control and front-end modules. The Comfort and Driving Assistance Systems segment develops interior controls, driving assistance, interior electronics, and access mechanisms. The Visibility Systems segment manufactures lighting…
Vale SA history, profile and corporate video Vale SA is engaged in the production and export of iron ore, pellets, manganese, and ferro-alloys, which are raw materials needed for steelmaking. It operates through the following segments: Bulk Materials, Base Metals, Fertilizers, Logistical Services, and Others. The Bulk Materials segment includes the extraction of iron ore and the production of pellets, manganese ore, ferro alloys, and coal. The Base Metals segment involves the production of non-ferrous minerals, which include nickel, copper, and aluminum. The Fertilizers segment is comprised of three major groups of nutrients: potassium, phosphate, and nitrogen. The Logistical Services segment provides…
Key Stats Sony Group employs approximately 112,300 people globally as of 2025 Annual revenue reached $85.5 billion in fiscal year 2025 Market capitalization stands at approximately $171 billion as of October 2025 PlayStation 5 lifetime sales exceeded 74.9 million units worldwide Sony operates across gaming, electronics, music, entertainment, and financial services segments Sony Corporation stands as a multinational conglomerate headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1946 by Masaru Ibuka and Akio Morita, the company transformed from a small electronics shop into a global powerhouse. The corporation operates through diverse business segments including consumer electronics, gaming consoles, professional devices, entertainment content,…