Unilever

Intro and history: Unilever is a British multinational consumer goods company, founded in 1930 by William Hesketh Lever. The company was formed by the merger of Dutch margarine producer Margarine Unie and British soapmaker Lever Brothers. Today, Unilever is one of the largest consumer goods companies in the world, with products available in over 190 countries. Industry: Consumer Goods Product, Services and Operations: Unilever operates in the food, beverage, cleaning agent, and personal care product sectors. It owns over 400 brands, including Dove, Lipton, Knorr, Ben & Jerry's, and Axe/Lynx. Funding Details: As a publicly-traded company, Unilever is funded through equity (stock) and debt financing. As of 2021, its market capitalization is approximately $155 billion. Acquisitions: Unilever has made several notable acquisitions, including Ben & Jerry's in 2000, Dollar Shave Club in 2016, and Seventh Generation in 2016. Awards and Achievements: Unilever has received numerous awards and recognitions, including being ranked as the most sustainable food and beverage company in Oxfam's Behind the Brands Scorecard in 2016.