Midea
Midea Group is a Chinese multinational corporation that specializes in the manufacturing of home appliances and HVAC systems. The company operates a global network of production facilities and research centers, distributing its products to consumers worldwide.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
China
HQ City
Beijiao Town
Founded
1968
EU Headquartered
No
EU Manufactured
Yes
Ownership Type
public
Stock Exchange
Shenzhen Stock Exchange
Tax Domicile
CN
Ultimate Parent
Midea Group Co., Ltd.
Data Hosting
CN
CLOUD Act Exposure
No ✓
GDPR Status
partially compliant
Carbon Neutral
false
B Corp Certified
No
Supply Chain
limited
Repair / Recycling
Yes ✓
Ethical Certifications
None verified
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1968
Company founding
He Xiangjian founded the company in Beijiao, Shunde, Guangdong, China.
2013
Shenzhen listing
Midea Group was listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange.
2016
KUKA acquisition
Midea acquired a controlling stake in the German robotics company KUKA.
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