Harman International Industries, Incorporated (NYSE: HAR)
Overview
Harman International Industries is loud and clear. It makes high-end stereo and audio equipment for consumer and professional markets. Its consumer group makes loudspeakers, CD and DVD players, CD recorders, and amplifiers under such brands as Harman/Kardon, Infinity, Becker, Logic 7, JBL, Mark Levinson, and others. Harman's auto unit sells branded audio systems through several carmakers, including Toyota and BMW. Its professional unit makes audio equipment, such as monitors, amplifiers, microphones, and mixing consoles for recording studios, cinemas, touring performers, and others. In addition, Harman offers computer software and development tools to the automotive, energy, medical, and telecom industries.
Sample Overview & HistoryKey Numbers from Hoover's UK
Key financials for Harman International Industries, Incorporated (NYSE: HAR)
| Company Type | Public (NYSE: HAR) |
|---|---|
| Fiscal Year-End | June |
| 2011 Sales (mil.) | £2,354.7 |
| 1-Year Sales Growth | 12.1% |
| 2011 Net Income (mil.) | £84.8 |
| 1-Year Net Income Growth | (14.4%) |
| 2011 Employees | 10,103 |
| 1-Year Employee Growth | 2.9% |
Key People from Hoover's UK
Key people and executives for Harman International Industries, Incorporated (NYSE: HAR)
| Chairman, President, and CEO | Dinesh C. Paliwal (Subscribers see complete biographies -- view sample)
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|---|---|
| EVP and CFO | Herbert K. Parker |
| EVP and CTO; Co-President, Automotive Division | Sachin Lawande |
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- S&P 500
- #606 in FORTUNE 1000 (May 2011)

