Inchcape plc

London United Kingdom

  (London: INCH)

Company Description

The sun never sets on auto-sales-giant Inchcape. Begun as a shipping and export company during the golden age of the British Empire, Inchcape spans the globe with its auto distribution, retail, and financing operations. Operating in the UK and 25 other markets in Europe, Asia, and Australasia, it offers about a dozen brands, including Audi, BMW, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Volvo. It has more than 125 retail franchises in the UK and operates a fleet leasing business there. While the UK and Europe account for about 50% of sales, Inchcape is expanding in high-growth emerging markets, such as China, Poland, Russia, and South America.