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TDK Corporation manufactures and sells electronic components globally, operating in Japan, the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The company leads the world in magnetic technology and operates in four business segments: Pas...

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Strong fundamentals with record revenues, margin expansion, and strategic geographic expansion position TDK for sustained growth...

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Industry Electrical Equipment
5 named competitors
4 recent developments
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TDK Corporation Overview

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TDK Corporation manufactures and sells electronic components globally, operating in Japan, the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The company leads the world in magnetic technology and operates in four business segments: Passive Components, Sensor Application Products, Magnetic Application Products, and Energy Application Products. TDK is a Japanese electronic components manufacturer demonstrating strong positioning in key growth segments like ICT and HDD markets.

Strategic Profile

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Founded in 1935 with origins in magnetic materials, TDK was the first company to commercialize ferrite and is now the only external supplier for magnetic recording heads for hard disk drives. The company is among global top suppliers of passive components for autos and polymer rechargeable batteries for smartphones, and acquired InvenSense in 2017, making it the third largest MEMS sensor company globally. Recently, TDK established its fifth regional headquarters in Asia-Pacific based in Bengaluru, India, as part of its 'TDK Transformation' long-term vision.

Competitive Landscape

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Key competitors include Murata Manufacturing Company, Samsung Semiconductor, Kemet, Bourns, and Sumida. TDK differentiates through its monopoly position in HDD magnetic recording heads, world-leading magnetic technology expertise, and comprehensive passive components portfolio serving automotive and ICT sectors.

Industry Context

TDK Corporation operates in Electrical Equipment.

Key facts

Founded: 1935 · Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan · Employees: 105,067 · Revenue: $14.5B · Market cap: $24.4B

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  • Q3 FY2026 results driven by strong demand in ICT and HDD markets, demonstrating robust positioning despite automotive sector challenges
  • Company achieved record results despite currency headwinds reducing sales by approximately ¥29.4 billion and operating profit by ¥9.3 billion
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Recent developments

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  • March 2026Established Asia-Pacific Regional Headquarters in Bengaluru, India with dual-city structure operational from April 1, 2026
  • February 2026Q3 FY2026 results show record sales and raised full-year guidance for 12% revenue growth and 18.2% operating profit increase
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Murata ManufacturingGlobal passive components and sensor solutions→Samsung SemiconductorDiversified semiconductor and component manufacturer→KEMETCapacitor and electronic components supplier→BournsPassive electronic components manufacturer→SumidaPassive components and magnetic devices→

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Frequently asked questions

What does TDK Corporation do?+
TDK Corporation manufactures and sells electronic components globally, operating in Japan, the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The company leads the world in magnetic technology and operates in four business segments: Pas...
What is TDK Corporation's Cyborg Score?+
TDK Corporation has a Cyborg Score of 8/10 (Strong). The score synthesizes business model, financials, leadership, competitive position, technology, marketing, and ESG dimensions across hundreds of data points.
Who are TDK Corporation's main competitors?+
Named competitors include Murata Manufacturing, Samsung Semiconductor, KEMET, Bourns. The full competitive landscape is in the AskCyborg report.
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