Ferrero SpA
Ferrero SpA is an Italian multinational manufacturer of branded chocolate and confectionery products, including brands such as Nutella, Kinder, and Ferrero Rocher. Founded in Alba, Italy, the company operates as a family-owned entity and maintains significant production facilities globally.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Italy
HQ City
Alba
Founded
1946
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
Yes
Ownership Type
private
Stock Exchange
Private
Tax Domicile
IT
Ultimate Parent
Ferrero International S.A.
GDPR Status
compliant
Carbon Neutral
false
B Corp Certified
No
Supply Chain
partial
Repair / Recycling
No
Ethical Certifications
RSPO, Rainforest Alliance, Fairtrade
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1946
Company founding
Pietro Ferrero founded the company in Alba, Italy, creating the first version of what became Nutella.
2019
Kellogg's acquisition
Ferrero acquired Kellogg's cookie and fruit snack businesses for $1.3 billion.