Briggs & Stratton Corporation (NYSE: BGG)

12301 W. Wirth St.
Wauwatosa, WI 53222 (Map)
Phone: 414-259-5333
Fax: 414-259-5773
http://www.briggsandstratton.com

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Overview

Briggs & Stratton's outdoor power equipment is no BS. The company is one of the world's largest manufacturers of gasoline engines for lawn mowers. It designs, makes, markets, and services these engines primarily for lawn and garden OEMs worldwide, including Husqvarna, MTD Products, and Deere & Company. Subsidiary Briggs & Stratton Power Products is a top North American manufacturer of portable generators and pressure washers. It is also a leading maker of lawn mowers, garden tillers, and related service parts and accessories that are sold through retailers and independent dealers. Briggs & Stratton has offices and manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

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Key financials for Briggs & Stratton Corporation (NYSE: BGG)

Company Type Public (NYSE: BGG)
Fiscal Year-End July#
2011 Sales (mil.) £1,317.1
1-Year Sales Growth 4.0%
2011 Net Income (mil.) £15.2
1-Year Net Income Growth (33.5%)
2011 Employees 6,716
1-Year Employee Growth 5.6%
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Key people and executives for Briggs & Stratton Corporation (NYSE: BGG)

Chairman, President, and CEO Todd J. Teske
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VP Information Technology Richard L. Kolbe
SVP Research and Development James H. Deneffe
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