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Gentex Corporation
GNTX · XNCM · Auto Parts · United States
Gentex Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, markets, and supplies digital vision systems, connected car technologies, dimmable glass, fire protection products, audio systems, medical devices, and consumer electronics primarily in the United States, China, Germany, Japan, Mexico, South Korea, and other international markets. Operating through Automotive Products, Audio Products, and Other segments, the company specializes in interior and exterior electrochromic automatic-dimming rearview mirrors, automotive electronics, non-automatic-dimming mirrors, and HomeLink modules for passenger cars, light trucks, pick-up trucks, sport utility vehicles, and vans. These products serve original equipment manufacturers, automotive suppliers, aftermarket, and accessory customers in the automotive industry, while also providing dimmable aircraft windows for aviation and commercial smoke alarms and signaling devices for fire protection. Gentex Corporation plays a vital role in enhancing vehicle safety, comfort, and connectivity through innovative vision and control technologies. Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Zeeland, Michigan, it remains a key supplier in the global automotive and related sectors.
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Consumer Cyclical sector · United States
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