Key Stats Alo Yoga is valued at approximately $10 billion as of 2025. Revenue surged from $200 million in 2020 to over $1 billion in 2022. The brand operates more than 130 stores worldwide across multiple continents. Co-founders Danny Harris and Marco DeGeorge each have an estimated net worth of $4.7 billion. Danny Harris and Marco DeGeorge own Alo Yoga through equal 50% stakes in the company. The childhood friends founded the premium athleisure brand in Los Angeles in 2007 and continue to serve as co-CEOs while maintaining complete ownership. The brand has experienced remarkable growth while remaining privately held,…
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Key Stats ABC is wholly owned by The Walt Disney Company since 1996 Disney acquired ABC for $19 billion in one of the largest media mergers ABC’s estimated revenue stands at $1.4 billion as of 2025 The network’s estimated net worth is approximately $8 billion The American Broadcasting Company is wholly owned by The Walt Disney Company, making it one of the most significant broadcast assets within Disney’s media empire. This ownership structure has remained unchanged since Disney completed its acquisition in 1996, transforming ABC into an integral component of a global entertainment conglomerate. ABC operates as a major broadcast…
Key Stats OpenAI reached $500 billion valuation in October 2025, making it the world’s most valuable private company ChatGPT serves 800 million weekly active users as of September 2025, processing over 2 billion daily queries Microsoft holds 27% ownership stake in OpenAI Group following October 2025 restructuring OpenAI generated $13 billion in annual recurring revenue as of August 2025, targeting $125 billion by 2029 ChatGPT ownership belongs to OpenAI, a company operating through a unique dual structure. OpenAI owns the revolutionary AI chatbot that attracted 100 million users within two months of its late 2022 launch. The organization completed major…
Key Stats $116 billion – Market capitalization as of October 20251 $59.76 billion – Annual revenue for 2024, representing 0.65% growth2 144,000 – Total employees worldwide across nearly 50 countries 500+ – Beer brands distributed across 150 countries globally Belgian brewing giant AB InBev owns Anheuser-Busch following a landmark $52 billion acquisition in 2008. This merger created the world’s largest brewing company, bringing together iconic American brands like Budweiser with international powerhouses including Stella Artois and Corona. The combined entity operates breweries across six continents and maintains headquarters in Leuven, Belgium. In October 2025, AB InBev announced a $6 billion…
Key Stats Over 250 million registered users globally as of 2024. Generated $16.8 billion in revenue during 2024, marking a 40% increase. Processed $100 trillion in cumulative trading volume across all products. Holds $160 billion in user assets under custody. Commands approximately 39% market share among centralized cryptocurrency exchanges. Binance operates as the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume. Founded in 2017, the platform transformed the digital asset trading landscape through rapid expansion and technological innovation. The exchange serves millions of users across 180 countries. The platform provides spot trading, futures contracts, margin trading, and staking services. Binance supports…
Key Stats OpenAI reached a valuation of $300 billion in 2025 ChatGPT has 800 million weekly active users as of 2025 The company generated $3.7 billion in revenue for 2024 OpenAI employs approximately 2,000 people worldwide ChatGPT reached 100 million users within two months of launch OpenAI stands as the leading artificial intelligence research organization that transformed public perception of AI capabilities. The company develops advanced AI systems including ChatGPT, DALL-E, and GPT models that power applications across industries worldwide. Founded in 2015 as a nonprofit research lab, the organization evolved into a hybrid structure combining nonprofit governance with a…
Key Stats Parent Company: Kering (100% ownership) 2025 Revenue: $1.76 billion Brand Value: $122 million (2025) Current CEO: Gianfranco Gianangeli (since January 2025) Kering owns Balenciaga completely. The French luxury goods conglomerate acquired the iconic fashion house in 2001, bringing it under the same corporate umbrella as Gucci and other prestigious brands. This strategic acquisition transformed an avant-garde fashion powerhouse into one of the most talked-about luxury labels globally. The house generates an estimated $1.76 billion in annual revenue through ready-to-wear collections, footwear, handbags, and accessories. Its creative director, Demna, has redefined luxury streetwear while maintaining the architectural precision that…
Key Stats Bank of America reported revenue of $101.88 billion in 2024 Market capitalization stands at approximately $386 billion as of October 2025 Berkshire Hathaway reduced its stake to approximately 9.99% of outstanding shares by October 2024 The bank manages over $3.44 trillion in total assets as of Q3 2025 Bank of America is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange with no single entity owning the financial giant outright. Instead, institutional investors like Berkshire Hathaway, Vanguard, and BlackRock hold the largest stakes in this major American banking institution. The bank operates through approximately 3,900 branches nationwide, serving millions…
Key Stats Revenue 2024: €2.65 billion, marking a 10% decline from 2023 Operating Profit 2024: €373 million with a 14.1% return on sales Employees: Approximately 4,000 colleagues work at the Crewe facility Production: 10,600 vehicles delivered globally in 2024, representing a 21.5% decrease Bentley Motors stands as one of the world’s most prestigious luxury automobile manufacturers. The British marque has crafted exceptional vehicles since 1919, building a legacy on performance, craftsmanship, and innovation. Today, the question of who owns Bentley reveals an intriguing story of corporate transformation. Volkswagen AG maintains complete ownership of Bentley Motors Limited, holding 100% of the…
Key Stats $33B xAI acquired X (formerly Twitter) in March 2025 equity valuation $45B Enterprise value including $12 billion in debt obligations 600M+ Active users claimed by the platform as of 2025 $2.5B Revenue in 2024, down from $5 billion peak in 2021 xAI officially owns Twitter following an all-stock transaction completed in March 2025. The artificial intelligence startup founded by Elon Musk merged with the social network he originally purchased for $44 billion in October 2022, creating a combined entity worth approximately $113 billion. The platform underwent radical transformation since Musk’s initial acquisition. Recent developments signal renewed momentum with…