Management of Companies & Enterprises Industry Profile

Companies in this industry manage the operations of other companies or enterprises and may have an equity stake or controlling interest in the managed firm. Major companies include Berkshire Hathaway and Icahn Enterprises (both based in the US), Sweden's Investor AB, and Canada's Onex.

Top countries for companies seeking management and investment opportunities include the US, Canada, Germany, the UK, Ireland, Australia, South Korea, China, Sweden, and France, according to Site Selection. Political uncertainties in some emerging regions, such as the Middle East and Africa, can pose risks that outweigh potential returns and cause investors to look elsewhere.

The US management of companies and enterprises industry includes about 60,000 establishments (single-location companies and units of multi-location companies) with combined annual revenue of about $120 billion.

More specific coverage of investment firms, which are included in the industry, can be found in a separate industry profile. Holding companies of various types also are included in the industry. See the Venture Capital profile for information on that industry.

COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

Demand is driven by business activity and potential returns on investment. The profitability of individual firms depends on efficient operations and the ability to identify targets for investment. Large firms have advantages in access to capital. Small firms can compete by specializing in niche industries or geographies.

PRODUCTS, OPERATIONS & TECHNOLOGY

Major services may include strategic or organizational planning and decision-making, as well as establishing and monitoring corporate governance ...