Who Owns Phantom Tires?

What does Michelin own?
Michelin owns approximately 10 tire brands including Michelin, BFGoodrich, Uniroyal, Kleber, Tigar, Riken, Kormoran, and Camso. The company also operates the Michelin Guide restaurant rating system, ViaMichelin travel services, and a growing polymer composite solutions business that includes the recently acquired Cooley Group and Flexitallic.

Is Michelin publicly traded?
Yes, Michelin is publicly traded on Euronext Paris under the ticker symbol ML. The company operates as a French limited partnership with shares (société en commandite par actions), which means public shareholders hold economic interests while the managing general partner holds executive authority. This structure is unusual for a large public company.

Who founded Michelin?
Michelin was founded on May 28, 1889, by brothers André and Édouard Michelin in Clermont-Ferrand, France. The brothers took over their grandfather's rubber factory. Édouard developed the detachable pneumatic tire in 1891, and André handled marketing and commercial development.

Where is Michelin headquartered?
Michelin is headquartered in Clermont-Ferrand, Puy-de-Dôme, France. The company has maintained its corporate offices in Clermont-Ferrand since its founding in 1889. The city is located in the Auvergne region of central France and is home to Michelin's primary research and development center.

How many brands does Michelin own?
Michelin owns approximately 10 tire brands serving different price tiers and geographic markets. The flagship Michelin brand covers the premium segment, while BFGoodrich, Uniroyal, Kleber, Tigar, Riken, and Kormoran serve mid-range and value segments. The company also owns the Michelin Guide, ViaMichelin, and a polymer composites portfolio.

Who owns Michelin?
Michelin is owned by public shareholders who trade its shares on Euronext Paris. The Michelin family maintains a meaningful economic stake through holding companies but does not have a controlling interest. The company's governance structure gives executive authority to the managing general partner, currently Florent Menegaux, who is appointed by the supervisory board rather than directly by shareholders.

What is Michelin's revenue?
Michelin reported sales of EUR 26.0 billion in fiscal year 2025, down from EUR 27.2 billion in 2024. Segment operating income was EUR 2.7 billion with a 10.5% operating margin. In the first half of 2026, revenue was EUR 12.7 billion with segment operating income of EUR 1.45 billion and an improved 11.4% operating margin.

What is the Michelin Guide?
The Michelin Guide is a restaurant and hotel rating system first published by Michelin in 1900. It was originally a free guide for motorists containing maps, gas station locations, and hotel listings. The star rating system for restaurants was introduced in 1926 and expanded to three stars in 1933. The guide is now considered the most influential restaurant ranking in the world, with anonymous inspectors evaluating restaurants based on five criteria including quality of ingredients, mastery of technique, and consistency.