Kubota Corporation

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• Founded: 1890
• Headquarters: Osaka, Japan
• Industry: Construction equipment, tractors, engines, water pumps, and other farm machinery
• Slogan: "For Every Challenge, There's a Kubota"
• Website: https://www.kubota.com/

Products:

• Agricultural Machinery: Tractors, combine harvesters, rice transplanters, and other equipment for both rice and dry-field farming.
• Construction Equipment: Mini excavators, wheel loaders, backhoes, and other compact construction equipment.
• Engines: Industrial diesel engines for internal use in Kubota equipment and for external sale.
• Water Pumps: Cast iron and stainless steel water pumps for various agricultural and industrial applications.
• Other Products: Utility vehicles, lawnmowers, generators, and other equipment.

Key facts:

• Global leader in compact tractors and mini excavators
• Publicly traded company (TSE: 6411)
• Over 37,000 employees worldwide
• Over 1,100 dealers and distributors in over 160 countries
• Market cap: ¥2.27 trillion (as of March 4, 2024) (approximately $17.1 billion)

Unique aspects:

• Strong brand reputation: Kubota is known for its durability, reliability, and innovation. Their products are popular choices for farmers and construction professionals worldwide.
• Focus on innovation: Kubota invests heavily in research and development, focusing on environmental sustainability and automation in their agricultural machinery.
• Global presence: Kubota has a strong presence in both developed and developing markets, with a focus on providing solutions tailored to the specific needs of each region.

Business segments:

• Farm Machinery & Construction Equipment: Designs, manufactures, and distributes agricultural machinery, construction equipment, and related parts and services.
• Engine & Other Products: Designs, manufactures, and distributes industrial engines, water pumps, and other products.

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Additional information:

• Kubota is committed to corporate social responsibility and supports initiatives that promote environmental protection, community development, and agricultural development.
• The company is also actively involved in developing automated agricultural machinery to address the challenges faced by the agricultural industry, such as labor shortages and an aging farmer population.