Henkel AG & Co. KGaA vz. (Pref Shares)

Henkel makes industrial adhesives and sealants for packaging, electronics, and construction customers, plus consumer products like laundry detergents, hair care, and household cleaners sold through retail stores and salons. The company operates globally with 42,200 employees and generates €20.5 billion in annual revenue [Yahoo Finance].

Henkel is a 148-year-old German consumer goods and industrial adhesives company with €26.8 billion market cap [Yahoo Finance]. The company operates in adhesive technologies (industrial glues and coatings) and consumer brands (laundry detergents, hair care, household cleaners) across global markets. Recent performance shows revenue declining 5.1% year-over-year, and the stock has fallen 20% over three months amid investor uncertainty about growth prospects [Simply Wall St].

Henkel maintains solid profitability and low debt, but revenue is shrinking and returns are modest.