Since its establishment in 1935 as Tokyo Denki Kagaku Kogyo, TDK (OTCMKTS:TTDKY) Corporation has evolved into a global leader in electronic materials and components. The company pioneered commercial production of ferrite magnetic cores and expanded its portfolio to include capacitors, inductors, sensors, and power supplies, serving critical functions in consumer electronics, automotive systems, and industrial applications. TDK’s product range encompasses multilayer ceramic capacitors, high-performance inductors, and magnetic heads for hard disk drives, reflecting a deep heritage of innovation in miniaturization and performance enhancement.
In recent decades, TDK has bolstered its technological reach through strategic acquisitions, including EPCOS AG for power electronics and InvenSense for MEMS sensor solutions. These moves have strengthened its capabilities in motion tracking, audio processing, and energy management, enabling the company to address rising demand in areas such as the Internet of Things, renewable energy systems, and driver-assistance technologies. R&D centers in Japan, the United States, Europe, and Asia support ongoing product development, ensuring TDK remains at the forefront of emerging electronic trends.
Operating in over 30 countries with manufacturing, research, and sales facilities across North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region, TDK provides tailored solutions for a diverse global customer base. The company’s leadership, under President and CEO Shigenao Ishiguro, emphasizes sustainable practices and digital transformation as core pillars of its corporate strategy. By aligning technological innovation with environmental stewardship, TDK aims to deliver high-value components that meet evolving industry and regulatory requirements worldwide.
