Essity AB Overview
Pro stress-test →Essity is a Swedish multinational company specializing in hygiene and health products headquartered in Stockholm, established in 2017 through a spin-off from SCA, operating in approximately 150 countries and serving more than one billion people worldwide. The company's range includes personal care items, consumer tissue products, professional hygiene solutions, and medical care goods, known for well-established brands like TENA, Tork, and Libero.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →Essity operates in 150 markets and generates 60% of its revenue in Europe. The company pursues successful innovations, digital transformation, strong e-commerce growth, sustainability leadership, and efficiency improvements to drive profitable growth. In May 2025, Essity appointed Ulrika Kolsrud as President and CEO, and in November 2025 entered an agreement to acquire Edgewell Personal Care's feminine care business for $340 million.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →Essity ranks among the top 50 largest FMCG companies globally with competitors including Unilever, Procter & Gamble, Georgia-Pacific, Kimberly-Clark, Unicharm, Ontex, and 3M. The company competes across consumer tissue, personal care, and professional hygiene segments, where it leverages strong brand recognition and geographic reach.
Industry Context
Essity AB operates in Consumer Packaged Goods - Hygiene & Health Products.
Key facts
Founded: 2017 · Headquarters: Stockholm, Sweden · Employees: 36,000 · Revenue: $13.9B · Market cap: $19.1B