How is Bridgestone Group Faring in 2005?

DUBLIN, Ireland--Sept. 1, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c23533) has announced the addition of Bridgestone Group 2005 Company Profile Edition 2 to their offering.

Bridgestone Group is currently one among the world's largest manufacturers of tires and other rubber products. The Group, comprising of Bridgestone Corporation and its subsidiaries, produces and sells tires under different brands, including Bridgestone, Dayton, and Firestone.

The company operates through two major segments, namely, Tires and Diversified Products. The Diversified Products segment offers several products, including automotive components, polyurethane foam products, construction materials, and industrial products. In 2004, the company's overall net sales increased by 5% to 2,416.7 Yen billion (US$23.2 billion), with its Tire segment accounting for over 80% of the total sales.

This company profile looks at the following topics in relation to Bridgestone Group:

- Company Overview
- Worldwide locations
- Financial analysis
- Competitor analysis
- Key events
- SWOT analysis
- Customers
- Products
- Product development
- Prospects

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