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Avnet, Inc.

All Brands Owned by Avnet, Inc.

Avnet, Inc. owns 2 brands in our database. Browse the complete portfolio of Avnet, Inc. subsidiaries and brands across various industries.

Company Type

public

Headquarters

Phoenix, Arizona, USA

Brand Portfolio

2 brands

Stock

NASDAQ: AVT

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AvnetTechnology Software

Avnet

Owned by Avnet, Inc.

American electronic component distribution brand founded in 1921, serving manufacturers worldwide as the flagship of Avnet, Inc.

electronicssemiconductorsdistribution
FarnellTechnology Software

Farnell

Owned by Avnet, Inc.

British high-service electronic component distribution brand founded in 1939, owned by Avnet since 2016, operating element14, Newark, and regional e-commerce storefronts.

electronicsdistributione-commerce

About Avnet, Inc.

Is Avnet publicly traded?
Yes. Avnet, Inc. trades on NASDAQ under the ticker AVT. It has been publicly traded since 1959 and is owned by institutional and retail shareholders with no controlling owner.

When was Avnet founded?
Avnet was founded in 1921 by Charles Avnet on Radio Row in New York City, initially selling surplus radio parts. It is one of the oldest technology distributors in the world and marked its centennial in 2021.

What does Avnet distribute?
Avnet distributes semiconductors, interconnect and passive components, embedded systems, and computer products to manufacturers. It also provides design-chain engineering, supply-chain services, and IoT solutions.

What is Farnell?
Farnell is Avnet's high-service distribution business, acquired through the 2016 purchase of Premier Farnell for approximately $900 million. It sells smaller quantities of components to engineers through e-commerce brands including element14, Newark, and Avnet Abacus.

Who is the CEO of Avnet?
Phil Gallagher is chief executive officer of Avnet. He became CEO in 2020 after more than three decades with the company in distribution and operations leadership roles.

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Avnet, Inc. Brand Portfolio Overview

Avnet, Inc. maintains a diverse portfolio of 2 brands across multiple industries. This comprehensive brand portfolio demonstrates the company's market presence and strategic business units.

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  • Technology & Software: 2 brands

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