Corning Inc.

Corning Incorporated is a pioneering American multinational technology company that has been at the forefront of materials science innovation for over 173 years. Founded in 1851 and headquartered in Corning, New York, the company specializes in specialty glass, ceramics, and related materials primarily for industrial and scientific applications. With fiscal year 2024 revenue of $13.1 billion and 56,300 employees globally, Corning operates across five major business segments: Display Technologies, Optical Communications, Specialty Materials, Environmental Technologies, and Life Sciences.

Corning's success is built on a legacy of breakthrough innovations that have transformed entire industries. From developing the glass encasement for Thomas Edison's incandescent light bulb in 1879 to introducing Pyrex in 1915, creating low-loss optical fiber in 1970 that enabled the internet backbone, and developing Gorilla Glass for the first iPhone in 2007, Corning consistently delivers materials science solutions that address critical market needs. The company's commitment to research and development—investing $1.1 billion annually—ensures it remains at the cutting edge of materials innovation.

The company's Gorilla Glass has become ubiquitous in the smartphone industry, protecting billions of devices worldwide with its damage-resistant aluminosilicate cover glass. Corning's optical fiber and cable products form the backbone of global telecommunications networks, with the company commanding a dominant market position in fiber optics for data centers and enterprise applications. In 2024-2025, Corning is experiencing explosive growth in its Optical Communications business driven by generative AI data center buildouts, with Enterprise segment sales growing over 40% year-over-year.

Under the leadership of CEO Wendell Weeks, who has led the company since 2005, Corning is executing its 'Springboard' strategic plan to add more than $4 billion in annualized sales by the end of 2026 and achieve a 20% operating margin. Key growth initiatives include expanding its solar wafer manufacturing capacity with a $1.5 billion investment creating 1,500 jobs in Michigan, commercializing next-generation Gorilla Glass products including Gorilla Armor and Gorilla Glass 7i, and capturing the opportunity in AI-driven optical connectivity. Corning's vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities, deep customer relationships with technology leaders like Apple and Samsung, extensive patent portfolio, and sustained R&D investment create formidable competitive advantages that position the company for continued long-term success.