Haier
Haier Group Corporation is a multinational home appliances and consumer electronics company headquartered in China. The company operates a global network of manufacturing facilities and research centers, including several production sites across Europe for major appliances.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
China
HQ City
Qingdao
Founded
1984
EU Headquartered
No
EU Manufactured
Yes
Ownership Type
public
Stock Exchange
Shanghai Stock Exchange, Hong Kong Stock Exchange
Tax Domicile
CN
Ultimate Parent
Haier Group Corporation
Data Hosting
CN
CLOUD Act Exposure
No ✓
GDPR Status
compliant
Carbon Neutral
false
B Corp Certified
No
Supply Chain
partial
Repair / Recycling
Yes ✓
Ethical Certifications
ISO 14001, ISO 50001
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1984
Company founding
Haier was founded as Qingdao Refrigerator Co. in Qingdao, China.
2016
GE Appliances acquisition
Haier Group acquired the appliance business of General Electric.
2019
Candy Group acquisition
Haier completed the acquisition of the Italian appliance manufacturer Candy Group.
European Alternatives to Haier
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.
Compare Haier vs. Candy