Company DescriptionKoninklijke Philips N.V. operates as a health technology company in North America and internationally. It operates through Diagnosis & Treatment Businesses, Connected Care Businesses, and Personal Health Businesses segments. The company provides diagnostic imaging solutions, includes magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography (CT) systems, X-ray systems, and detector-based spectral CT solutions, as well as molecular and hybrid imaging solutions for nuclear medicine; integrated interventional systems; echography solutions focused on diagnosis, treatment planning and guidance for cardiology, general imaging, obstetrics/gynecology, and point-of-care applications; proprietary software to enable diagnostics and intervention; and enterprise diagnostic informatics products and services. It also offers acute patient management solutions; emergency care solutions; sleep and respiratory care solutions; and electronic medical record and care management solutions. In addition, the company provides power toothbrushes, brush heads, and interdental cleaning and teeth whitening products; infant feeding and digital parental solutions; and male grooming and beauty products and solutions. It has a strategic collaboration with Ibex Medical Analytics Ltd. to jointly promote the digital pathology and AI solutions to hospitals, health networks, and pathology laboratories worldwide, as well as a strategic partnership agreement with NICO.LAB. The company was formerly known as Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. and changed its name to Koninklijke Philips N.V. in May 2013. Koninklijke Philips N.V. was founded in 1891 and is headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
How the Company Makes MoneyPhilips generates revenue through multiple key streams, primarily from its three main sectors: Personal Health, Diagnosis & Treatment, and Connected Care. The company earns money by selling medical equipment such as imaging systems, patient monitoring solutions, and other diagnostic tools, which are essential in hospitals and healthcare facilities. Additionally, Philips has a strong presence in consumer health products, including personal care items and home healthcare devices, contributing to its revenue. The company also benefits from recurring revenue through software solutions, maintenance contracts, and subscription services, which provide ongoing support to healthcare providers. Strategic partnerships with healthcare institutions and technology companies further enhance its market reach and innovation capabilities, driving additional revenue growth.