Corning
Corning is a leading materials science company specializing in glass science, ceramic science, and optical physics. The company leverages deep manufacturing and engineering expertise to develop category-defining products for high-growth industries including telecommunications, display technology, mobile electronics, and life sciences.
Financials
Based on Q1 2026 filing
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Optical Communications
primaryProvides optical fiber, cable, and connectivity solutions for telecommunications networks and data centers. This segment is a primary revenue driver, supporting the global migration to optical-based systems and the infrastructure needs of generative AI.
Vascade®, LEAF®, SMF-28e®, ClearCurve®, RocketRibbon®, miniXtend®, Evolv™, Centrix™, Edge8®, Contour Flow™
Telecommunications carriers, Hyperscale data center operators, Governments, Enterprise businesses
Display
majorManufactures high-quality glass substrates for flat panel displays using a proprietary fusion manufacturing process. These substrates are essential for LCD and OLED panels used in televisions, monitors, and mobile devices.
EAGLE XG® Slim Glass, Astra® Glass, Lotus™ NXT Glass
Display panel manufacturers, Consumer electronics OEMs
Specialty Materials
moderateDevelops over 150 material formulations for glass, glass ceramics, and crystals, alongside precision optics and metrology instruments. The segment serves diverse markets including mobile electronics, semiconductors, and aerospace.
Gorilla® Glass, Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2, Ceramic Shield, HPFS® Fused Silica, ULE® Ultra-Low Expansion Glass, EXTREME ULE® Glass
Mobile device manufacturers, Semiconductor equipment makers, Aerospace and defense contractors
Automotive
moderateProduces ceramic substrates and filters for vehicle emissions control, as well as technical glass solutions for vehicle interiors and exteriors. This segment combines environmental technologies with automotive glass innovations.
FLORA® substrates, DuraTrap® GC filters, AutoGrade™ Gorilla® Glass, 3D ColdForm™ Technology
Automotive OEMs, Emission control system manufacturers, Catalyzers
Life Sciences
minorSupplies laboratory products and consumables for drug discovery, bioproduction, and research. The segment utilizes expertise in polymer surface science and cell culture to support pharmaceutical and biotechnology innovation.
Falcon®, PYREX®, Axygen®, Corning® laboratory consumables
Pharmaceutical companies, Biotechnology firms, Academic institutions, Hospitals
Business Overview
Competitive Position
A global leader in glass and ceramic science with a dominant position in display substrates and optical fiber, protected by a massive portfolio of over 11,000 patents.
Geographies
United States, China, South Korea, Taiwan, Poland, Germany, France, Mexico, Brazil, India
Customer Segments
Enterprise, Industrial, Healthcare, Telecommunications
Upstream Dependencies
Precious metals, Polymers, Industrial water, Energy sources, Raw minerals (lithium, helium)
Downstream Customers
Consumer electronics manufacturers, Telecommunications service providers, Automotive manufacturers, Pharmaceutical and biotech researchers
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Corning FAQ
Common questions about Corning
Corning is a leading materials science company specializing in glass science, ceramic science, and optical physics. The company leverages deep manufacturing and engineering expertise to develop category-defining products for high-growth industries including telecommunications, display technology, mobile electronics, and life sciences.
Corning (GLW) has a market capitalization of $165.15B and trades on NYSE.
Corning generated $16.3B in trailing twelve-month revenue with net income of $1.8B, representing a net margin of 11.1%. Gross margin stands at 36.4%, with free cash flow of $1.5B. These figures are based on the Q1 2026 filing.
Corning's key competitors include Amphenol, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Danaher Corporation, and others. These companies compete in similar markets and product categories.
Corning has approximately 49,800 employees.