Avnet
Avnet, Inc. is a distributor of electronic components headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, named after Charles Avnet, who founded the company in 1921. After its start on Manhattan's Radio Row, the company became incorporated in 1955 and began trading on the New York Stock Exchange in 1961.
Basic Information
- Category: Electronics Distribution
- Founded: 1921
- Headquarters: Phoenix, AZ
- Website: avnet.com
Documented Facts
- Founded: 1955 (No linked source recorded for this statement.)
- Industry (SIC): Wholesale Trade (No linked source recorded for this statement.)
- State of Incorporation: NY (No linked source recorded for this statement.)
- Stock ticker: AVT (Nasdaq) (No linked source recorded for this statement.)
Evidence and Sources
- Avnet — Wikipedia (reference)
- AVNET INC — SEC EDGAR (reference)
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- Recorded profile date: 2025-10-28T23:08:20.102Z
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Avnet, Inc. is a distributor of electronic components headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, named after Charles Avnet, who founded the company in 1921. After its start on Manhattan's Radio Row, the company became incorporated in 1955 and began trading on the New York Stock Exchange in 1961.
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