Lotte Corporation (00499K)

Overview

LOTTE Corporation, a multifaceted conglomerate, operates globally, diversifying its business across various sectors including food, retail, tourism, chemicals, construction, finance, and more. Originally known as Lotte Confectionery Co. Ltd., the company underwent a name change in October 2017 to better reflect its expanded business interests. Established in 1967, LOTTE has grown to become a prominent presence, not just in its home country of South Korea but across the world, embodying innovation and excellence in every venture it undertakes. Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, the corporation continues to broaden its influence, venturing into new markets and sectors, thereby solidifying its status as a global powerhouse.

Products and Services

LOTTE Corporation's vast array of products and services showcases its versatility and commitment to quality, catering to a wide range of needs and preferences.

• Food Products: The company's food sector ranges from manufacturing sweets like candies, biscuits, and ice cream to various beverages including liquor, coffee, and soft drinks. LOTTE also specializes in dairy products, processed milk, meat products, and a variety of alcoholic beverages like soju, beer, whiskey, wine, and refined rice wine.
• Retail Operations: LOTTE’s retail arm operates through a plethora of outlets including department stores, hypermarkets, supermarkets, discount stores, convenience stores, health and beauty stores, home shopping networks, and duty-free shops. Additionally, it is involved in apparel retailing, wholesaling of consumer electronics, and provision of integrated membership and easy payment services.
• Chemicals and Construction Materials: This division includes the manufacturing and sale of processed aluminium, soft packaging materials, beverage cans, PET bottles, synthetic resins, synthetic textiles, and various by-products. The corporation also extends its expertise to office equipment, medical devices, network cameras, and more.
• Leisure and Hospitality: LOTTE offers a variety of services in leisure and hospitality, including managing golf courses, amusement park services, operating car rental and equipment rental businesses, resort condominiums, tourist hotels, and engaging in the social welfare sector.
• Finance: In the finance realm, LOTTE provides lease financing, corporate and individual loans, boasts ownership of a professional baseball team, and delivers electronic financial services and education consulting services. A notable endeavor in this category is the offering of integrated membership services that enhance customer loyalty and engagement.