Boiron S.A.
69110 Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon, France (Map) Phone: +33-4-72-16-40-00
Fax: +33-4-78-59-69-16
Primary US Office:
Subscribers Only http://www.boiron.com
Overview
Boiron believes in nature's cures. The company makes homeopathic remedies to combat such maladies as colds, the flu, allergies, and anxiety. Founded in 1911, it is one of the oldest and largest such firms in Europe. It dominates its home market of France and also operates in Africa, Australia, North and South America, and the Middle East through about 20 subsidiaries. Along with homeopathic remedies, Boiron develops personal, animal care, and nutritional products for sale in some markets, including France (but not the US). One of the company's key products is Oscillococcinum six-dose homeopathic flu medicine. Used throughout the world, Oscillo is one of the largest homeopathic flu medicines in the US.
Sample OverviewKey Numbers from Hoover's UK
Key financials for Boiron S.A.
| Company Type | Public (Euronext Paris: BOI) |
|---|---|
| Fiscal Year-End | December |
| 2010 Sales (mil.) | £446.0 |
| 1-Year Sales Growth | (8.5%) |
| 2010 Net Income (mil.) | £37.1 |
| 1-Year Net Income Growth | (33.2%) |
| 2010 Employees | 4,081 |
| 1-Year Employee Growth | 51.2% |
Key People from Hoover's UK
Key people and executives for Boiron S.A.
| General Manager and Director | Thierry Boiron (Subscribers see complete biographies -- view sample)
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|---|---|
| Deputy General Manager | Bruno Joet |
| Director Finance and Administration | Philippe Montant |
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