Name: World's Oldest Companies Dataset
Creator: Kaggle
License: http://opendatacommons.org/licenses/dbcl/1.0/

About this Dataset

World's Oldest Companies Dataset

Introduction

The oldest companies established hold a captivating legacy, spanning centuries of history and offering a glimpse into the evolution of commerce. These companies, hailing from various regions and industries, have weathered societal changes, economic shifts, and technological advancements. Some of their enduring presence signifies their adaptability and provides insights into the foundations of business practices that have transcended generations. Studying these venerable enterprises allows us to appreciate the resilience and innovation that have enabled them to thrive across centuries of challenges and opportunities.

Navigating the dataset

Year: Year of establishment (sometimes approximate year)
Company: Registered name of the company
Current location: Current base of operations of the company
Field: Industry of the company

Tables

Oldest Companies

@kaggle.tahzeer_worlds_oldest_companies_dataset.oldest_companies

23.11 kB
1,012 rows
4 columns

CREATE TABLE oldest_companies (
  "year" BIGINT,
  "company" VARCHAR,
  "current_location" VARCHAR,
  "field" VARCHAR
);