Major Public Companies

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• A. Schulman  - International supplier of high-performance plastic compounds and resins.
• A.G. Edwards  - Full-service brokerage firm and provider of financial, investment, and retirement planning services.
• A.O. Smith  - Maker of electric motors and water heaters. Also operates an Electrical Products segment that provides pump motors for water home systems, swimming pools, and hot tubs.
• Abbott Pharmaceuticals  - Health care company dedicated to developing and discovering new medicine, technologies, and ways for managing health.
• Abercrombie & Fitch  - Seller of men's and women's apparel has college students as its primary target market.
• ABM Industries Incorporated  - Facility services contractor provides janitorial, parking, engineering, security, lighting, and mechanical services.
• ACCO Brands  - Maker of office equipment and supplies such as Kensington computer accessories, Swingline staplers, Day-Timer personal organizers, and Wilson Jones binders and accounting supplies.
• Acuity Brands  - Atlanta, Georgia based company engaged in the design, production, and distribution of lighting equipment and specialty products.
• Adams Resources and Energy, Inc.  - Petroleum products marketer and wholesale energy merchant based in the Texas Gulf Coast.
• Adobe Systems  - Desktop publishing software provider best known for the ubiquitous and free Acrobat Reader for accessing portable document format files on the web.
• Advance Auto Parts  - Automotive aftermarket company's website presents a store locator, press materials, ads, catalogs, and information on investor relations and career opportunities.
• Advanced Micro Devices  - Sunnyvale, California based manufacturer of integrated circuits. Produces x86 based processors and discrete graphics products.
• Aetna  - Health insurance company offers HMOs, PPOs, point-of-service (POS) plans, health savings accounts, and traditional indemnity coverage.
• Affiliated Computer Services  - Business process outsourcing and technology-related services providing company. Handles functions such as administration, claims processing, finance, accounting, and marketing.
• Affinia Group  - Provider of automotive aftermarket brands serving the international market.
• Aflac Incorporated  - Seller of supplemental health and life insurance policies that cover special conditions.
• AGCO Corporation  - Global manufacturer, marketer, and distributor of agricultural equipment.
• Agilent Technologies  - Electronics, communications, life sciences, and chemical analysis company provides products and services related to measurement.
• Agilysys  - Supplier of electronic components and distributor of enterprise computer systems to medium and large business customers.
• AGL Resources  - Atlanta Gas and Light - Georgia's second oldest company. Site presents news, a board directory, reports, and information on corporate governance and community relations.
• Air Products  - Manufacturer of industrial gases and specialty chemicals serves as a diversity of markets and industries.
• Airgas  - United States distributor of industrial, medical, and specialty gases and related equipment. Also provides safety supplies and MRO products and services.
• Airtran Holdings  - Low-fare airline with a hub at the Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
• AK Steel Holding  - Middletown, Ohio based manufacturer of carob, stainless, and electrical steel.
• Alaska Air Group  - Providing information on flight reservations, deals, destinations, and flight schedules.
• Albemarle  - Develops, manufactures, and markets complex chemicals and services such as polymer additives, catalysts, and pharmaceuticals.
• Alberto-Culver  - Maker of products for hair, skin, and personal care. Also manufactures sweeteners, seasonings, and laundry-care items.
• Alcatel-Lucent  - French supplier of high-tech equipment for the global needs in telecommunications networks.
• Alcoa  - Company produces primary and fabricated aluminum for the aerospace, automotive, packaging, building and construction, commercial transportation, and industrial markets.
• Alexander & Baldwin, Inc.  - Diversified corporation primarily engaged in property development and management, ocean transportation, and food products distribution.
• Alexis International  - Global company specializing in aluminum rolled products and extrusions, aluminum recycling, and specification alloy production.
• Allegheny Energy  - Utility company's website presents news releases, contact details, and information for investors and customers.
• Allergan  - Global specialty pharmaceutical company with a range of product offerings that include ophthalmic, dermatological, and neurological products.
• Alliance Data Systems Corporation  - Provides private-label credit card operations as well as credit and transaction services and marketing.
• Alliance One International, Inc.  - Independent leaf tobacco merchant catering to the needs of the world's largest cigarette manufacturers.
• Alliant Energy  - Public utility holding company composed of electricity generation and distribution and natural gas purchase and distribution segments.
• Alliant Techsystems  - Advanced weapons and space systems company specializes in conventional munitions and rocket motors.
• Allied Waste Industries  - Waste services company collects, recycles, and disposes off trash for residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the United States.
• Allstate  - Publicly held personal lines insurer in the United States. Site provides information on the products offered, quotes, and news.
• Alpha Natural Resources  - Producer of steam and metallurgical coal with exploration and processing operations primarily located in the central and northern Appalachia.
• Altria  - Official online home of the world's largest tobacco firm, formerly known as Philip Morris Companies.
• Amazon.com  - Online seller of various merchandise including books, CDs, DVDs, videos, electronics, home furnishings, apparel, and health and beauty products.
• Ambac Financial Group  - Seller of financial guarantee insurance and other credit enhancement products for municipal hoods.
• AMERCO  - Holding company for the AMERCO Rel Estate Company, U-Haul International, Republic Western Insurance Company, and Oxford Life Insurance Company.
• American Airlines  - Official company website presents travel, tickets, products, services, program, and contact information. Also accommodates flight bookings.
• American Axle and Manufacturing  - Detroit, Michigan based manufacturer of automobile driveline systems, chassis systems, and forged products.
• American Eagle Outfitters  - Mall-based retailer offering casual apparel and accessories for the 15-25 (age bracket) men and women market.
• American Electric Power  - Large United States power generator, distributor, and wholesale energy company. Owns and operates primarily coal-fired generated facilities.
• American Express  - Diversified global financial services company based in New York City. Operates credit card, charge card and traveler's cheque businesses.
• American Financial Group  - Cincinnati, Ohio based insurer offers property and casualty insurance focused on specialty commercial lines.
• American Greetings  - Greeting card publisher also offers gift wraps, party goods, giftware, candles, balloons, stationery, electronic greetings, calendars and educational products.
• American International Group  - American insurance corporation based in New York City with business operations in London, England, Hong Kong, and China.
• American Life Insurance Company  - Offers life, property and casualty, credit, and health insurance services. Also provides annuities and mutual funds.
• American Standard Companies  - Global company involved in the manufacture and sale of air conditioning systems, bath and kitchen products, and vehicle control systems.
• AmeriCredit  - Offering a wide range of financial services for various auto-related needs.
• Amerigroup  - Managed health care provider's website presents announcements, contact details, news, and employment opportunities information.
• Ameriprise Financial  - Financial advice and services provider. Offers financial planning, products, and services to (primarily) US individual and institutional investors.
• AmerisourceBergen  - Pharmaceutical distribution company caters to the needs of retail pharmacies, health systems, and alternate care.
• Ametek  - Manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices serving the international market.
• Amgen, Inc.  - Biopharmaceutical company dedicated to providing treatment products for cancer, nephrology, inflammatory disorders, and metabolic and neurodegenerative diseases.
• Amkor Technology  - Semiconductor packaging and test services provider. Services offered that include dicing semiconductor wafers into separate chips, die bonding, wire bonding, and the protective plastic encapsulation of chips.
• Amphenol  - American company operates as a major producer of electronic and fiber optic connectors, cable, and interconnection systems.
• Anadarko Petroleum Corporation  - Company explores, develops, produces, and markets oil, natural gas, natural gas liquids, and other related products.
• Analog Devices, Inc.  - Norwood-based maker of analog and digital integrated circuits (ICs) as well as digital signal processors (DSPs).
• Andrew Corporation  - Source for microwave equipment and systems, and manufactures coaxial cables used in building communication and broadcast networks.
• Anheuser Busch  - Brewery best known for Budweiser and Bud Light. Site provides information on business units, products, and investor relations.
• Anixter International  - Company specializing in supply chain services and distribution of wires, cables, fasteners, Class C components, and communications and physical products.
• AnnTaylor Stores  - Retailer of upscale women's clothing, apparel, shoes, and accessories with fashion-conscious professional women as the primary market.
• Aon  - Financial services company specializing in risk management, reinsurance, and human capital consulting.
• Apache Corporation  - Oil and gas exploring and producing company with onshore and offshore operations in North America and in Argentina, Australia, Egypt, and the United Kingdom.
• Apple Computer, Inc.  - Extensive Apple homepage featuring an online store, product and service information, support services, and updates.
• Applied Industrial Technologies  - North American distributor of industrial products and services. Site provides product listings sorted by category.
• Applied Materials  - Semiconductor nanomanufacturing photovoltaic FPD think films manufacturer based in Santa Clara, California.
• AptarGroup  - Offers a wide range of dispensing systems for the personal care, fragrance and cosmetics, pharmaceutical, household, and food and beverage Markets.
• Aquila  - Energy company provides for the needs of residential, business, and contractor and developer customers.
• Arch Coal  - United States coal mining and processing company. Specializes in bituminous and sub-bituminous coal with low sulfur content.
• Archer Daniels Midland  - Global processor of oilseeds, corn, and wheat. Also offers soybean, peanut, and other oilseed products.
• Arkansas Best  - Information on the freight services company's history, corporate history, investor relations, and operations.
• Armor Holdings, Inc.  - Diversified manufacturer of branded products for the military, law enforcement and personnel safety markets.
• Armstrong World Industries, Inc.  - Producer of commercial and residential flooring, ceiling, and cabinet products and materials.
• Arrow Electronics  - Global provider of electronic and computer products, services, and solutions for industrial and commercial users.
• ArvinMeritor  - Tier one automotive supplier also offering solutions for heavy-duty and commercial trucks, light trucks, and passenger cars.
• Asbury Automotive Group  - New York City based company engaged in the retail of automobiles. Offers an extensive range of products and services.
• Ashland  - Diversified chemical company offers products, services, and solutions to an international multi-industry clientele.
• Associated Bank  - Bank's website accommodates online account applications, provides information on the services offered, and features a branch locator.
• Assurant  - Insurance provider headquartered in New York, New York. Site contains company news, product details, and information on business operations.
• AT&T  - Offers corporate information including consumer, business, and wireless communication services.
• Atmos Energy  - American natural gas only utility company serves the needs of residential, business, and large-scale users.
• Autoliv Inc.  - Car safety equipment manufacturer sells seatbelts, airbags, and other related devices.
• Automatic Data Processing (ADP)  - Outsourcing company and payroll and tax filing processor with numerous and wide range of clients in the global market.
• AutoNation  - Source for finding new and used auto dealers across the United States.
• AutoZone  - Memphis, Tennessee based company involved in the retail sale of automotive parts and accessories.
• Avaya  - Communications equipment and software company specializing in IP telephony, contact centers, unified communications, and communications-enable business processes.
• Aventine Renewable Energy Holdings  - United States producer and marketer of ethanol used as a fuel additive in gasoline.
• Avery Dennison  - Company manufactures self-adhesive products used for mailing labels, computers and electronics, highway safety signs, and product identification labels.
• Avis Budget Group, Inc.  - General user vehicle rental company serving the needs of business and leisure customers.
• Avnet  - Distributor of semiconductors, connectors, passive and electromechanical components. Also supplies RF and microwave devices, enterprise networking and computing equipment, and embedded subsystems.
• Avon Products  - Direct seller of cosmetics and other beauty-related products.