IKEA NEWS AND COMPANY PROFILE
IKEA was founded by Ingvar Kamprad at the age of 17 in Sweden, initially selling small household items like pens and wallets. It later revolutionised the… View Article

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Company Essentials
- Founded: 1943
- Founder(s): Ingvar Kamprad
- Headquarters: Delft, Netherlands
- Industry: Retail (Furniture and Home Goods)
Main Products and Services
IKEA’s product range includes:
- Furniture (living room, bedroom, and office furniture)
- Home Accessories (lighting, rugs, curtains, etc.)
- Kitchenware (appliances, cookware, utensils)
- Outdoor Furniture
- Bedding and Mattresses
- Small Electronics
Additionally, IKEA provides home delivery services and shopping options both in-store and online.
Stores
- Number of Stores: 480 IKEA stores in 63 markets
Corporate Social Responsibility & Company Culture
IKEA is committed to becoming climate-positive by 2030 in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). IKEA's sustainability strategy focuses on three main areas: promoting healthy and sustainable living by providing products and services that encourage sustainable lifestyles, such as better food choices and responsible use of energy. The company is committed to addressing climate change by halving its emissions by 2030 and aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050 while also prioritising circularity to regenerate resources and enhance biodiversity. Additionally, IKEA promotes a fair and equal society by ensuring that human rights are respected across its supply chain and by supporting resilient communities. Through the IKEA Foundation, it helps families living in poverty to build sustainable livelihoods and promotes regenerative agriculture.
Retail Awards & Recognition
IKEA has won numerous awards, including:
- Red Dot Design Award for STARKVIND table with air purifier and IKEA SALJEN mixer tap.
- Recognised as one of the most sustainable companies in retail.
- Ranked highly in Fortune's Top 100 Companies to Work For in 2007.