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Inter IKEA Systems B.V., [6] [7] trading as IKEA (/ aɪ ˈ k iː ə / eye-KEE-ə, Swedish:), is a multinational conglomerate, founded in Sweden but now headquartered in the Netherlands, that designs and sells ready-to-assemble furniture, kitchen appliances
IKEA was first registered as a trading company on the 28th of July, 1943 when Ingvar was just 17 years old. In his early years as an entrepreneur, Ingvar imported things like pens, watches and nylon stockings; adding furniture to the range in 1948. Dive into IKEA's full history at IKEA Museum.
Oct 25, 2024 · IKEA, home furnishings retailer that was the world’s largest seller of furniture in the early 21st century, operating more than 300 stores around the world. IKEA specializes in low-priced goods, sold whenever possible in compact “flat-pack” form for in-home assembly by the customer.
The IKEA vision is the foundation for our growth. We want to make sure that IKEA is accessible so that more people can create a better everyday life at home. We reinvest a majority of our profits in existing and new IKEA stores, as well as in product development, sustainable solutions and by continuously lowering prices to our customers.
This is IKEA. IKEA began as a one-man mail order company in rural Sweden and has become one of the world’s leading brands. Learn more about our heritage and values here.
Aug 19, 2020 · Kamprad passed away in 2018, but the story of how he built IKEA into one of the world’s best known brands is a rags to riches story for the ages. Today, we can get our “Billy” bookcases with ease and that’s thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit of Ingvar Kamprad.
IKEA was founded in Sweden in 1943 by 17-year-old Ingvar Kamprad. IKEA operates 422 stores in more than 50 markets. Nearly 70% of the stores located in Europe. The best countries...
Apr 21, 2024 · IKEA is a name that has become synonymous with affordable, stylish, and functional home furnishings. With its distinctive blue and yellow logo, massive warehouse-like stores, and beloved Swedish meatballs, IKEA has made an indelible mark on the world of retail and in the homes of millions of customers across the globe.
May 16, 2024 · Ikea is a Swedish company known for its affordable, modern furniture. The company specializes in compact styles, usually assembled by the purchaser at home. With nearly 300 stores worldwide, the store has gained a faithful following of budget-hunting customers, and even entered pop culture.
Why is IKEA called IKEA? IKEA is named after the initials of founder Ingvar Kamprad, Elmtaryd, the farm on which he grew up, and Agunnaryd, the nearby village. Before the most recent update in 2018, the logo had not been revamped since the 1980s.