From the Editor: Notable and Noteworthy
K+S AG is a holding company, which engages in the business of mining and processing of mineral raw materials. It operates through the following segments: Potash and Magnesium, Salt, and Complementary Activities. The Potash and Magnesium segment manufactures and trades potash fertilizers and magnesium compounds. The Salt segment produces and markets food grade, industrial and de-icing salt, salt for chemical use, and sodium chloride brine. The Complementary Activities segment includes recycling, waste disposal, and reutilization operations in potash and rock salt mines. The company was founded i... Read More
K+S AG is a holding company, which engages in the business of mining and processing of mineral raw materials. It operates through the following segments: Potash and Magnesium, Salt, and Complementary Activities. The Potash and Magnesium segment manufactures and trades potash fertilizers and magnesium compounds. The Salt segment produces and markets food grade, industrial and de-icing salt, salt for chemical use, and sodium chloride brine. The Complementary Activities segment includes recycling, waste disposal, and reutilization operations in potash and rock salt mines. The company was founded in 1889 and is headquartered in Kassel, Germany. Read Less
K+S Company Stats
As of June 2023
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Founded
- 1889
- Headquarters
- Kassel
- Country/Territory
- Germany
- Chief Executive Officer
- Burkhard Lohr
- Employees
- 11,097
Forbes Lists
#1778
Global 2000 (2023)
#1926 - SALES
#660 - PROFITS
#659
World's Best Employers (2022)Dropped off in 2023
K+S Financial Summary
Select list year
2023
2022
Revenue
$6B
Assets
$10.8B
Profits
$1.6B
Sources
FactSet, Bloomberg, S&P Cap IQ; Forbes.
Revenue
$3.8B
Assets
$10.4B
Profits
$3.5B
Sources
FactSet, Bloomberg, S&P Cap IQ; Forbes.
Related People & Companies
Fine Organic Industries
Related by Industry: Chemicals
Neogen Chemicals
Related by Industry: Chemicals
Mannheim Business School
Located in Germany
More on Forbes
2 minutes ago
National Basketball Players Association Prioritizes Athlete Well-Being
Professional basketball players face a unique set of stressors working in a high-pressure environment like the NBA, resulting in the need for more mental health resources
ByDr. Brook ChouletContributor
6 minutes ago
Gas Explosion In Downtown Youngstown, Ohio Injures At Least 7
The cause of the natural gas explosion is currently unclear.
ByCailey GleesonForbes Staff
17 minutes ago
Where Do Manchester United Go From Here Ahead Of Next Season?
Can Dutch manager Erik Ten Hag survive the dreaded chop and lead Manchester United forward from next season?
ByLiam CanningContributor
58 minutes ago
Inside The Mutual Commitment Between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander And The Thunder
After becoming supermax eligible, OKC Thunder GM Sam Presti discussed Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's meaning to the franchise and what his upcoming contract extension means.
ByNick CrainContributor
58 minutes ago
Familiar Faces Keefe, Bylsma And Arniel Fill 3 NHL Coaching Vacancies
Only the San Jose Sharks still have an NHL coaching opening after the New Jersey Devils, Seattle Kraken and Winnipeg Jets all introduced their new bench bosses this week.
ByCarol SchramSenior Contributor
1 hour ago
What Made 'Baby Reindeer' A Hit? Netflix's CEO Has Thoughts
Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos explains the success of “Baby Reindeer,” which has pushed Richard Gadd and the "real Martha" into the global spotlight.
ByTim LammersContributor
1 hour ago
Today’s ‘Wordle’ #1075 Hints, Clues And Answer For Wednesday, May 29th
Hints, clues and commentary to help you solve today's Wordle and sharpen your guessing game.
ByErik KainSenior Contributor
2 hours ago
Kings Must Be Aware Of The Cost Of Potentially Losing Mike Brown
The Sacramento Kings are relevant again, but should they lose head coach Mike Brown, that might not last much longer.
ByMorten Stig JensenContributor
2 hours ago
Surprising Guardians Are Thriving Under New Manager Stephen Vogt
The Cleveland Guardians are 36-18 and have the third-best record in the major leagues under first-year manager Stephen Vogt.
ByJohn PerrottoSenior Contributor
2 hours ago
NYT ‘Strands’ #87 Hints, Spangram And Answers For Wednesday, May 29th
Looking for help with today's NYT Strands puzzle? Here's an extra hint to help you uncover the right words, as well as all of today's answers and Spangram.
ByErik KainSenior Contributor
3 hours ago
Stewart-Haas Racing Announces Closure Of Nascar Cup Series Team
Stewart-Haas Racing, a four-car team, will close its doors at the end of the 2024 season, ending the lifespan of what was once a Nascar Cup Series powerhouse.
ByJoseph WolkinContributor
3 hours ago
15 Cities Bid To Be The New Location For The Sundance Film Festival
The Sundance Film Festival may be moving to a new host city.
ByRosa EscandonContributor
3 hours ago
PlayStation Plus Free June Games Lineup Revealed Along With ‘Days Of Play’ Bonus Freebies
What to expect from June 2024's PlayStation Plus lineup.
ByErik KainSenior Contributor
3 hours ago
Home Prices Soar To All-Time High In March—Here Are The Fastest-Growing Cities
Prices climbed highest in San Diego, New York and Los Angeles in March.
ByHyunsoo RimContributor
Jun 8, 2023
The World’s Largest Banks 2023: JPMorgan Chase Takes Top Spot Overall As Five Banks Crack Top Ten Of Forbes’ Global 2000
Despite a challenging year for the bank industry, 302 banks appear on Forbes’ 2023 Global 2000 list, up from 292 in 2022.
ByEmily MasonForbes Staff
Jun 8, 2023
Forbes Global 2000: The World’s Largest Insurance Companies In 2023
Insurance companies have slightly lagged the market but rising interest rates bolster income.
BySergei KlebnikovForbes Staff
