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Embracer Group AB
Embracer Group AB (publ), together with its subsidiaries, develops and publishes PC, console, mobile, VR, and board games for the games market worldwide. The company operates through, PC/Console Games, Mobile Games, and Entertainment and Services. The company also publishes films and comic books, as well as engages in the trading of card games. It distributes games through retailers, physical stores, and digital distributors. The company was formerly known as THQ Nordic AB (publ) and changed its name to Embracer Group AB (publ) in October 2019. Embracer Group AB (publ) was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Karlstad, Sweden.
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Embracer Group AB at a glance
Embracer Group AB is a gaming company headquartered in Sweden, founded in 2008. It is publicly listed (0GFE) with a market capitalisation of $1.5B. Xcout tracks 7 named people at Embracer Group AB, including Lars Wingefors (Chair of the Board & Co-Founder).
Embracer Group AB leadership
- Lars WingeforsChair of the Board & Co-Founder
- Jacob JonmyrenDirector
- Kicki Wallje-LundDirector
- Bernt IngmanBoard member
- Brian WardBoard member
- Cecilia QvistBoard member
1 more named person on record for Embracer Group AB, with roles, board committees and tenure — see the full roster →
Embracer Group AB competitors
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