
CALBEE
Calbee, Inc. is a prominent Japanese food company renowned for its diverse range of snack products. Established on April 30, 1949, Calbee has its headquarters in Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo, Japan. The company's extensive product portfolio includes snacks, shrimp crackers, vegetable fries, bean-based snack foods, fried potato chips, flour-based snacks, and cereals. These products are marketed under various brand names such as Calbee, Jagabee, Jagarico, and Frugra, to name a few.
With a commitment to quality and innovation, Calbee operates manufacturing facilities and sales offices across Japan, and has expanded its presence to regions including Asia-Pacific, North America, and Europe. The company's global reach is supported by a network of consolidated subsidiaries, with locations in the United States, China Mainland, Hong Kong (China), the United Kingdom, Indonesia, South Korea, Thailand, Singapore, and Australia.
In the fiscal year ending March 31, 2023, Calbee reported a revenue of $2.1 billion, reflecting a 13.8% increase from the previous year. Despite this growth, the company experienced a net income decrease of 18.2%, indicating a challenging financial period. Calbee's market capitalization stood at $3.0 billion, with a total of 4,839 employees contributing to its operations.
Calbee's dedication to product development is evident in its recent launches, such as the baked veggie crouton under the Harvest Snaps brand and a personalized food program, Body Granola, developed in collaboration with Metagen, Inc. and Cykinso, Inc. These initiatives underscore Calbee's ongoing efforts to cater to evolving consumer preferences and maintain its position as a leader in the snack food industry.