Tyco Electronics Ltd. ·  Schaffhausen Switzerland ·(NYSE: TEL)

Tyco Electronics (TE) is more passive than aggressive when it comes to electronics. Formerly part of Tyco International, TE is one of the world's largest suppliers of passive electronics. The company makes more than 500,000 components, with 750-plus lines that include brands AMP, Buchanon, Critchley, Elo-Touch, Raychem, Schrack, and TE. Its components are used in aerospace equipment to appliances, automotive, computer, consumer electronics, energy and industrial devices, as well as public safety, military, and telecommunications tools. The company sells directly and through distributors to more than 250,000 customers in 150-plus countries; two-thirds of its sales from outside the US. Customers include Visteon. To read the full description, subscribe now.