International Business Machines Corp. history, profile and history video International Business Machines Corp. is an information technology company, which provides integrated solutions that leverage information technology and knowledge of business processes. The company operates its business through five segments: Global Technology Services, Global Business Services, Software, Systems & Technology and Global Financing. The Global Technology Services segment primarily provides IT infrastructure and business process services, delivering business value through the company’s global scale, standardization and automation. Its capabilities include Strategic Outsourcing Services and Global Process Services. The Strategic Outsourcing services include comprehensive IT outsourcing services, which are dedicated to transforming clients’…
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Key Stats H&M operates 4,253 stores globally as of November 2024 Revenue reached SEK 234.5 billion in 2024, a 1% increase in local currencies Market capitalization stands at approximately SEK 286 billion as of 2024 Operating margin improved to 7.4% in 2024 from 6.2% in 2023 Earnings per share rose by 34% to SEK 7.21 in 2024 Hennes & Mauritz AB is a Swedish fashion retailer that sells clothing, accessories, footwear, cosmetics, and home textiles through multiple brands. The company operates brands including COS, Weekday, Monki, and H&M Home. COS provides garments, shoes, and accessories for men and women through…
Iberdrola SA history, profile and history video Iberdrola SA is a holding company, which engages in generation, distribution, trading, and marketing of electricity worldwide. The company operates though four business segments: Network Business, Wholesale & Retail Business, Renewable Energy Business and Other Businesses. The Global Networks Business segment engages in the transmission and distribution of energy businesses, as well as those of any other regulated nature, originating in Spain, the United Kingdom, the United States and Brazil. The Wholesale & Retail Business segment engages in wholesale and retail of electricity in Spain, Portugal, the United Kingdom, Mexico and Continental Europe. The Renewable…
Fujitsu Ltd. history, profile and history video Fujitsu Ltd. engages in the field of information and communication technology. It operates through the following segments: Technology Solutions, Ubiquitous Solutions, Device Solutions, and Other. The Technology Solutions segment delivers services that integrate products, software, and services such as systems integration, infrastructure services, and network products. The Ubiquitous Solutions segment provides ubiquitous terminals, including personal computers, mobile phones, car audio, navigations systems, mobile communication equipment, and automotive electronic tools. The Device Solutions segment deals with large scale integration devices used in digital home appliances, automobiles, mobile phones, servers, and electronic components such as semiconductors and…
FUJIFILM Holdings, Inc. history, profile and corporate video FUJIFILM Holdings, Inc. engages in the development, production, sales, and provision of imaging, information, and document solutions. It operates through the following segments: Imaging Solutions, Information Solutions, and Document Solutions. The Imaging Solutions segment handles color films color paper and chemicals, photofinishing equipment, laboratories, film developing and image services, and electronic imaging. The Information Solutions segment deals with medical systems and life sciences, graphic arts, and recording media. The Document Solutions segment provides office products, printers, and document outsourcing and production services. The company was founded on January 20, 1934 and is headquartered in…
Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. history, profile and corporate video Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. engages in the manufacture and sale of electronics, semiconductors, circuits, and control systems. It operates through the following segments: Power and Social Infrastructure, Industrial Infrastructure, Power Electronics, Electronic Devices, and Food and Beverage Distribution. The Power and Social Infrastructure segment comprises of thermal, geothermal, and hydraulic power generation, nuclear power equipment, energy management systems, substation equipment, watt-hour meters, radiation monitoring systems, and transport systems. The Industrial Infrastructure segment consists of industrial plants and facilities. The Power Electronics segment includes inverters, motors, power supply systems, power conditioners, and energy…
Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA history, profile and history video Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA is engaged in the provision of healthcare related products and services. It operates through the following segments: Fresenius Medical Care, Fresenius Kabi, Fresenius Helios, and Fresenius Vamed. The Fresenius Medical Care segment provides products and services for individuals undergoing dialysis due to chronic kidney failure. The Fresenius Kabi segment offers infusion therapies, intravenously administered generic drugs, and clinical nutrition for ill patients in hospitals and outpatient environments. The Fresenius Helios segment operates hospitals. The Fresenius Vamed segment deals with engineering and services for hospitals and other health…
Freeport McMoran Copper & Gold, Inc. history, profile and corporate video Freeport McMoran Copper & Gold, Inc. engages as copper, gold and molybdenum mining company. The company operates through five segments: North America Copper Mines, South America Mining, Indonesia Mining, Africa Mining and Molybdenum Operations. The North America Copper Mines segment has seven operating copper mines in North America-Morenci, Sierrita, Bagdad, Safford and Miami in Arizona and Tyrone and Chino in New Mexico. Its operations include open-pit mining, sulfide ore concentrating, leaching and SX/EW operations. The South America segment has four operating copper mines-Cerro Verde in Peru and Candelaria, Ojos del Salado…
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. history, profile and corporate video Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp., doing business as Freddie Mac, provides liquidity, stability and affordability to the U.S. housing market primarily by providing credit guarantee for residential mortgages originated by mortgage lenders and investing in mortgage loans and mortgage-related securities. The company conducts business in the U.S. residential mortgage market and the global securities market under the direction of Conservator, FHFA, and under regulatory supervision of FHFA, the SEC, HUD, and Treasury. It operates through three reportable segments include: Single-family Guarantee, Investments and Multifamily. The Single-Family Guarantee segment reflects results from the…
Fraport AG history, profile and history video Fraport AG Frankfurt Airport Services Worldwide is engaged in the ownership and management of a commercial international airport. It offers airfreight and passenger transportation, aircraft handling and apron management services. It also invests in real estate development, airport retailing, and intermodal linkage of transportation. The company was founded on July 2, 1924 and is headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany.” “Fraport History Overview Fraport AG, the owner and manager of FRA, Germany’s biggest airport, looks back on a long tradition as a provider of airport services. Founded in 1924 under the name Südwestdeutsche Luftverkehrs AG, the company initially…