Nestlé Overview
- Year Founded
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1866
- Status
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Public
- Employees
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277,000
- Stock Symbol
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NESN
- Investments
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121
- Share Price
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$104.75
- (As of Tuesday Closing)
Nestlé General Information
Description
With a 150-year-plus history, Nestle is the largest food and beverage manufacturer in the world by sales, generating more than CHF 90 billion in annual revenue. Its diverse product portfolio includes brands such as Nescafe, Maggi, Nespresso, and Purina. The company employs 270,000 people around the world and has a vast portfolio of global products, with more than 30 brands each achieving more than CHF 1 billion in sales annually and a geographic presence that spans 185 countries.
Contact Information
Website
www.nestle.comCorporate Office
- Avenue Nestle 55
- 1800 Vevey
- Switzerland
Corporate Office
- Avenue Nestle 55
- 1800 Vevey
- Switzerland
Nestlé Stock Performance
As of 29-Apr-2025, Nestlé’s stock price is $104.75. Its current market cap is $269B with 2.57B shares.
(As of Tuesday Closing)
| Stock Price | Previous Close | 52 wk Range | Market Cap | Shares | Average Volume | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $104.75 | $104.69 | $80.17 - $110.82 | $269B | 2.57B | 5.11M | $4.76 |
Nestlé Financials Summary
As of 31-Dec-2024, Nestlé has a trailing 12-month revenue of $104B.
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In Thousands, USD |
TTM 31-Dec-2024 | FY 2024 31-Dec-2024 | FY 2023 31-Dec-2023 | FY 2022 31-Dec-2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV | 280,019,767 | 280,019,767 | 370,612,017 | 369,987,201 |
| Revenue | 104,166,903 | 104,166,903 | 103,847,951 | 99,263,743 |
| EBITDA | 20,787,952 | 20,787,952 | 19,490,055 | 16,616,570 |
| Net Income | 12,361,018 | 12,361,018 | 12,469,408 | 9,708,534 |
| Total Assets | 154,133,233 | 154,133,233 | 150,665,524 | 145,805,380 |
| Total Debt | 70,346,308 | 70,346,308 | 65,767,793 | 58,580,150 |
Nestlé Valuation & Funding
| Deal Type | Date | Amount | Valuation/ EBITDA |
Post-Val | Status | Debt |
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Nestlé Comparisons
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Nestlé Competitors (20)
One of Nestlé’s 20 competitors is The Hershey, a Corporation company based in Hershey, PA.
| Company Name | Financing Status | Location | Employees | Total Raised | Last Financing Date/Type | Last Financing Amount |
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| The Hershey | Corporation | Hershey, PA | ||||
| Pepsico | Corporation | Purchase, NY | ||||
| Unilever | Corporation | London, United Kingdom | ||||
| Danone | Corporation | Paris, France | ||||
| Kraft Heinz | Formerly PE-Backed | Chicago, IL |
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Nestlé Patents
Nestlé Recent Patent Activity
| Publication ID | Patent Title | Status | First Filing Date | Technology (CPC) | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EP-4541729-A1 | Beverage preparation capsule and method of producing the same | Pending | 18-Oct-2023 | ||
| EP-4541728-A1 | Beverage preparation pod and beverage preparation capsule | Pending | 17-Oct-2023 | ||
| EP-4530219-A1 | Beverage preparation capsule and method of producing the same | Pending | 27-Sep-2023 | ||
| EP-4527261-A1 | A beverage capsule opener | Pending | 19-Sep-2023 | ||
| EP-4491068-A1 | Machine, crushing unit for such a machine and method for preparing a beverage with such a machine | Pending | 14-Jul-2023 | A47J31/44 |
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Nestlé Investors
| Investor Name | Investor Type | Holding | Investor Since | Participating Rounds | Contact Info |
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Nestlé Investments & Acquisitions (121)
Nestlé’s most recent deal was a Merger/Acquisition with Hsu Fu Chi. The deal was made on 03-Mar-2025.
| Company Name | Deal Date | Deal Type | Deal Size | Industry | Lead Partner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hsu Fu Chi | 03-Mar-2025 | Merger/Acquisition | Food Products | ||
| Wonder Group | 13-Nov-2024 | Later Stage VC | Other Restaurants, Hotels and Leisure | ||
| Enel North America (Stampede Solar Plus Storage Project in Hopkins County, Texas) | 21-Aug-2024 | Secondary Transaction - Private | Other Energy | ||
| Grupo CRM | 01-Mar-2024 | Merger/Acquisition | Food Products | ||
| Timeline (Biotechnology) | 16-Jan-2024 | Later Stage VC | Biotechnology |
Nestlé ESG
Risk Overview
Risk Rating
Updated March, 25, 2025
21.95 | Med Risk
Risk Scale
A lower score indicates better sustainability
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0-10
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10-20
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20-30
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30-40
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40+
Exposure
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Management
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Peers Analysis
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Nestlé Exits (34)
Nestlé’s most recent exit was on 19-Nov-2021 from Sundial Foods. The exit was categorized as with 8 buyers.
| Company Name | Exit Date | Exit Type | Exit Size | Status | Buyers |
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| Sundial Foods | 19-Nov-2021 | Completed |
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| Origin Materials | 25-Jun-2021 | Completed |
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| Prometheus Biosciences | 01-Jan-2021 | Completed |
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| Prometheus Biosciences | 09-Apr-2020 | Completed |
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| Nestlé (Palforzia) | 01-Jan-2020 | Merger/Acquisition | Completed |
Nestlé Affiliates
Subsidiaries (44)
| Name | Industry | Location | Year Founded |
|---|---|---|---|
| YFood | Munich, Germany | 2017 | |
| Ankerkraut | Hamburg, Germany | 2013 | |
| SimplyCook | London, United Kingdom | 2012 | |
| Nestlé Health Science | Barcelona, Spain | 2011 | |
| Nestlé Pensionsfonds | Biessenhofen, Germany | 2008 |
Nestlé FAQs
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When was Nestlé founded?
Nestlé was founded in 1866.
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Where is Nestlé headquartered?
Nestlé is headquartered in Vevey, Switzerland.
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What is the size of Nestlé?
Nestlé has 277,000 total employees.
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What industry is Nestlé in?
Nestlé’s primary industry is Food Products.
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Is Nestlé a private or public company?
Nestlé is a Public company.
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What is Nestlé’s stock symbol?
The ticker symbol for Nestlé is NESN.
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What is the current stock price of Nestlé?
As of 29-Apr-2025 the stock price of Nestlé is $104.75.
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What is the current market cap of Nestlé?
The current market capitalization of Nestlé is $269B.
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What is Nestlé’s current revenue?
The trailing twelve month revenue for Nestlé is $104B.
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Who are Nestlé’s competitors?
The Hershey, Pepsico, Unilever, Danone, and Kraft Heinz are some of the 20 competitors of Nestlé.
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What is Nestlé’s annual earnings per share (EPS)?
Nestlé’s EPS for 12 months was $4.76.
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