Lixil

Headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, Lixil Corporation operates as a major global manufacturer of building materials and housing equipment. The company traces its origins to 1949 when it began as Nippon Tategu Kogyo, producing wooden fixtures before evolving into Tostem, Japan's largest producer of aluminum sashes. A significant structural shift occurred in 2011 when the group consolidated five key subsidiaries: Tostem, Inax, Shin Nikkei, Sunwave, and TOEX. This merger created an entity capable of competing internationally, particularly after acquiring American Standard Brands' North American operations and the German fittings maker Grohe in 2013.

The business functions under two primary pillars: Water Technology and Housing Technology. Its portfolio spans sanitary ware like toilets and bathtubs under brands such as Inax and American Standard, plumbing systems via Grohe, and windows or doors through Tostem. Beyond physical products, the company offers digital solutions for construction professionals through platforms like LIXIL Pro. Recent financial reports from fiscal year 2026 indicate core earnings rose by 23%, with improved performance across both Japanese and international segments despite a temporary stock dip following a Q1 profit miss. [edit]