Sony Group Corporation, commonly known as Sony, is a multinational conglomerate that operates in various sectors of the entertainment and technology industries. The company was founded on May 7, 1946, in Tokyo, Japan, by Akio Morita and Masaru Ibuka as Tokyo Tsushin Kogyo (Tokyo Telecommunications Engineering Corporation). In 1958, the company changed its name to Sony Corporation to reflect its global expansion and to establish a brand that is recognizable worldwide.
Sony is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) in Japan under the ticker symbol "6758." It is also listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in the United States under the symbol "SONY."
Sony is known for its diverse range of products and services, including consumer electronics, gaming, entertainment, and financial services. Some of its well-known consumer electronic products include television sets, cameras, smartphones, audio equipment, and gaming consoles. Sony is the creator of the PlayStation gaming consoles, one of the most successful gaming platforms globally.
In the entertainment sector, Sony operates through its subsidiary, Sony Pictures Entertainment, which is involved in film production, television programming, and distribution. Sony Music Entertainment is another division of the company that manages recording labels and music publishing.
Sony is also engaged in financial services through its subsidiary, Sony Financial Holdings, offering life and non-life insurance, banking, and other financial products.
Throughout its history, Sony has been a pioneer in the technology and entertainment industries, introducing numerous innovative products and technologies that have shaped the consumer electronics and entertainment landscape. The company has a strong global presence, with operations and subsidiaries in various countries, making it one of the leading players in the global technology and entertainment markets.