Panasonic Corporation (OTCMKTS:PCRFY) is a Japanese multinational electronics company founded in 1918 by Konosuke Matsushita and headquartered in Kadoma, Osaka. Originally established as Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., the company adopted the Panasonic name in 2008 to unify its global brand identity. Over more than a century of operations, Panasonic has evolved from producing light sockets and bicycle lamps to a diversified technology enterprise serving consumer, commercial and industrial markets.
The company’s business spans several core segments, including Appliances, where it offers refrigerators, washing machines and home comfort systems; Connected Solutions, encompassing smart‐home devices, security systems and building automation; and Automotive & Industrial Solutions, which delivers vehicle infotainment systems, batteries for electric vehicles and factory automation equipment. Panasonic is also known for its Lumix line of digital cameras, Viera televisions and a broad array of rechargeable battery products used in everything from power tools to renewable energy storage.
Panasonic maintains a global footprint, conducting manufacturing and research activities in Asia, Europe, North and South America, and other regions. The company’s extensive distribution and service networks support both retail and business‐to‐business customers, with notable collaborations in the automotive industry and energy management sectors. Its eco‐solutions initiatives include LED lighting, solar panels and energy storage systems designed to enhance sustainability in residential, commercial and industrial applications.
Under the leadership of President and CEO Yuki Kusumi, Panasonic has pursued strategic restructuring to emphasize growth areas such as electric‐vehicle batteries, smart cities and next‐generation semiconductor production equipment. The company continues to leverage its long history of innovation to address global challenges in energy, mobility and digital connectivity.
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