Candy
Candy is an Italian manufacturer of household appliances, producing products such as washing machines, dishwashers, and ovens. Since 2018, the brand has operated as a subsidiary of the Chinese appliance manufacturer Haier Smart Home.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Italy
HQ City
Brugherio
Founded
1927
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
Yes
Ownership Type
public
Stock Exchange
Shanghai Stock Exchange (600690.SS), D-share market Frankfurt (690D.DE)
Tax Domicile
CN
Ultimate Parent
Haier Smart Home Co., Ltd.
GDPR Status
stated compliance
Carbon Neutral
false
B Corp Certified
No
Repair / Recycling
Yes ✓
Ethical Certifications
None verified
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1945
Company founded
Candy was established in Monza, Italy, by the Fumagalli family.
2018
Acquisition by Haier
The Candy Group was acquired by the Chinese multinational Haier Smart Home.