Author: Darius

I've spent over a decade researching and documenting the stories behind the world's most influential companies. What started as a personal fascination with how businesses evolve from small startups to global giants turned into CompaniesHistory.com—a platform dedicated to making corporate history accessible to everyone.

Sage Group plc history, profile and corporate video  The Sage Group plc, along with its subsidiaries, is principally engaged in development, distribution and support of business management software, and related products and services for medium-sized and smaller businesses. It operates in four segments. Its products and services range from accounts, enterprise resource planning (ERP) and payroll software to payment processing, customer relationship management (CRM) and industry-specific solutions, such as healthcare, manufacturing, non-profit and construction. In November 2011, the Company announced that it has completed the sale of Sage Software Healthcare LLC. On June 25, 2012, the Company acquired a controlling interest in…

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Punjab National Bank history, profile and history video  Punjab National Bank operates as a commercial bank in India. The bank’s products include personal banking, savings fund account, current account, fixed deposit schemes, credit schemes, doorstep banking services, cards, nomination facilities, traders finance, agricultural banking, loan against future lease rentals, exim finance, cash management services, gold card scheme for exporters, money transfer schemes and world travel card. Its financial services include, insurance business, mutual fund, merchant banking, wealth management services and nse market tracker. The bank also provides services, which include issuance of pass book, cheque book, automated teller machine, debit cards, internet…

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Public Service Enterprise Group, Inc. history, profile and history video  Public Service Enterprise Group, Inc. operates as a holding company with a diversified business mix within the energy industry. The company operates through four principal direct wholly owned subsidiaries: PSEG Power LLC, Public Service Electric and Gas Co, PSEG Energy Holdings LLC and PSEG Services Corp. It operates in three segments: Power, PSE&G and Energy Holdings. The Power segment operates through PSEG Power LLC, an energy supply company that integrates its generating asset operations with its wholesale energy, fuel supply, energy trading and marketing and risk management activities primarily in the Northeast…

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Prysmian SpA history, profile and corporate video  Prysmian SpA engages in the development, design, manufacturing, supply, and installation of cable solutions. The company operates through the Energy and Telecom business segments. The Energy segment offers cables and systems for underground and submarine power transmission, special cables for applications in many different industrial sectors, and medium and low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure industries. The Telecom segment manufactures cables and accessories for the voice, video and data transmission industry through its optical fiber, optical cables, connectivity components and accessories, optical ground wire cables, and copper cables business lines. The company was…

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Key Stats Founded: May 11, 2005 (heritage companies date to 1905) Headquarters: Paris, France CEO: Olivier Andriès (since 2021) Employees: Approximately 100,000 Euronext Paris: SAF (CAC 40, Euro Stoxx 50) Safran SA operates as a leading international high-technology group in the aviation, defense, and space markets. The company designs and manufactures aircraft engines, landing gear, avionics, cabin interiors, and defense electronics. Safran also produces rocket propulsion systems through its stake in ArianeGroup. The group operates through three main segments: Aerospace Propulsion, Aircraft Equipment, and Aircraft Interiors. Through CFM International, its 50-50 joint venture with GE Aerospace, Safran powers the majority…

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Key Stats Market capitalization approximately $356 billion as of 2024 Annual revenue reached $84.3 billion in fiscal year 2024 Operates with approximately 109,000 employees globally Portfolio includes 21 brands generating over one billion dollars annually Serves approximately five billion consumers across 180 countries worldwide Procter & Gamble stands as one of the world’s largest consumer goods corporations headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. The company was founded in 1837 by William Procter and James Gamble, marking the beginning of a business legacy spanning nearly two centuries. The corporation operates through five distinct business segments delivering household and personal care products globally. These…

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Safeway, Inc. history, profile and history video  Safeway, Inc. is engaged in the food and drug retailing business in North America. It has an extensive network of distribution, manufacturing and food-processing facilities to support the retail operations. Safeway provides full array of grocery items, food and general merchandise and feature a variety of specialty departments, such as bakery, delicatessen, floral and pharmacy, as well as Starbucks coffee shops and fuel centers. The company owns and operates GroceryWorks.com Operating Co. LLC, an online grocery channel doing business under the names Safeway.com, Vons.com and Genuardis.com. It changed its name from Safeway Stores, Inc. to…

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Key Stats Founded in 1879, making it one of the oldest insurance companies in America. Current market capitalization stands at approximately $18.3 billion as of 2025. Annual revenue reached $16.13 billion in 2024, representing 18% growth. Operates in more than 18 countries across Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Serves approximately 64 million customers through retirement and insurance solutions. Principal Financial Group stands as a global financial services leader headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa. The company delivers retirement solutions, insurance products, and investment services to individuals and businesses worldwide. Since its founding in 1879, the organization has evolved from a small…

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Founded in 1895 in Johannesburg, South Africa as South African Breweries Acquired by Anheuser-Busch InBev in October 2016 for $107 billion Operated in over 80 countries with approximately 70,000 employees Second largest brewer globally by revenue before acquisition Portfolio included over 200 beer brands worldwide SABMiller Plc was a multinational brewing and beverage company headquartered in Woking, England. The company manufactured, distributed, and sold beer, soft drinks, and fruit juices across six continents. The company grew from humble beginnings serving miners during the South African gold rush to become one of the largest brewers on the planet. SABMiller owned premium…

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$10.4B 2024 Revenue $37.2B Acquisition Price (2016) 33,000 Employees Worldwide 1953 Year Founded Portland, OR Headquarters Precision Castparts Corp. manufactures complex metal components for the aerospace, power generation, and industrial markets. The company produces investment castings, forged components, and fastener systems that go into jet engines, aircraft structures, and power plants worldwide. Berkshire Hathaway acquired Precision Castparts in January 2016 for $37.2 billion. This deal represented Warren Buffett’s largest acquisition at the time. The company maintains its headquarters in Portland, Oregon and operates as a wholly owned subsidiary. Precision Castparts supplies critical components to every major aircraft engine manufacturer including…

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