Philips

1891	Company founded by Gerard Philips and his father Frederik Philips in Eindhoven, Netherlands.
1914	Philips begins producing radio tubes.
1925	Philips expands into the production of consumer electronics.
1939	Philips introduces the first electric shaver.
1963	Philips acquires the German company, Grundig.
1980s	Philips diversifies into medical equipment and lighting.
2000	Philips begins restructuring to focus on healthcare and consumer lifestyle.
2011	Philips acquires the healthcare company, Respironics.
2016	Philips announces a shift to a health technology company.
2020	Philips acquires BioTelemetry, Inc. to enhance its health technology portfolio.

Philips is a Dutch multinational corporation founded in 1891, originally focused on lighting and later expanding into consumer electronics, healthcare, and personal care products. Over the years, the company has undergone significant transformations, particularly in the 21st century, to focus on health technology.

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