Henkel AG & Co. KGaA

Henkel AG & Co. KGaA is a German multinational chemical and consumer goods company headquartered in Düsseldorf, founded in 1876. It operates through two primary business units: Adhesive Technologies, the world's leading producer of adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings for industrial applications—including packaging, consumer goods, transport, electronics—and consumer/craftsmen products under brands like Loctite, Technomelt, Pritt, and Pattex; and Consumer Brands, featuring top positions in laundry & home care (e.g., Persil, all) and hair care (e.g., Schwarzkopf, Fa). With around 47,000 employees globally—over 80% outside Germany—the company generated approximately 22 billion euros in sales and 3.1 billion euros in adjusted operating profit in fiscal year 2024. Henkel's preferred shares are listed in the DAX index, reflecting its market leadership driven by innovation, sustainability, and digitalization across diverse sectors like mobility, construction, and personal care. Recognized for sustainability excellence, Henkel maintains a balanced portfolio serving industrial clients, consumers, and craftsmen worldwide.