Danone S.A. (BN)

Profile

https://www.danone.com

Danone S.A. is a leading French multinational food and beverage company, founded in 1919 in Barcelona and now headquartered in Paris. It specializes in bringing health through food with three core categories: Essential Dairy and Plant-based Products, Waters, and Specialized Nutrition. The company offers renowned brands like Activia yogurt, Oikos Greek yogurt, Evian and Volvic bottled waters, and Nutricia for medical and early life nutrition, serving everyday needs in households worldwide. Operating in over 120 countries with approximately 90,000 employees, Danone generates significant revenue—around €27.4 billion in recent years—from diverse segments including dairy (52% of sales), waters (19%), and specialized nutrition (29%). Notable for its sustainability focus through the Renew Danone strategy and Danone Impact Journey, it emphasizes healthier food choices, sustainable agriculture, and community support, holding top rankings like first place on the Global Access to Nutrition Index. Danone shapes the global market by innovating in nutrition research and promoting plant-based alternatives, maintaining a strong presence in regions from Europe and North America to Africa, Asia, and emerging markets.