Overview
Description
Nestlé S.A. is a multinational corporation and the world’s largest food and beverage company, headquartered in Vevey, Switzerland. It operates across an extensive portfolio that spans baby food, bottled water, cereals, chocolate and confectionery, coffee, culinary products, dairy, frozen foods, ice cream, pet care, and more. With a presence in nearly 200 countries and a workforce numbering in the hundreds of thousands, Nestlé’s products reach consumers worldwide through iconic brands like Nescafé, Kit Kat, Maggi, Purina, Perrier, and Nespresso. The company plays a central role in global food supply chains, driving innovation in nutrition, health, and wellness sectors through ongoing research and investment. Additionally, Nestlé’s influence extends into adjacent industries, as evidenced by its significant shareholding in L’Oréal, the world’s largest cosmetics company. Since its founding in the 19th century, Nestlé has evolved through numerous acquisitions and product innovations, establishing itself as a leader in the packaged foods and beverages sector and shaping consumer trends on a global scale.
About
CEO
Mr. Laurent Freixe
Employees
251786
Address
avenue NestlE 55
Vevey, 1800
Vevey, 1800
Phone
41 21 924 21 11
Website
Instrument type
Common stock
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Packaged Foods
Country
Switzerland
MIC code
XSWX