Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. VSH

Company Overview

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is a global manufacturer and supplier of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components, operating primarily within the electronic components and semiconductor industries. The company designs and produces components that are essential to electronic circuits, including resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes, MOSFETs, and optoelectronic devices. Its products are used across a wide range of end markets, including automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, telecommunications, medical, defense, and aerospace applications.

Founded in 1962 by Felix Zandman, the company was originally established as a precision foil resistor business and later expanded significantly through acquisitions, particularly during the 1980s and 1990s. Vishay evolved into a diversified components manufacturer by integrating multiple legacy brands and technologies under a single operating structure. The company is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker VSH and is known for its broad product portfolio, vertical integration, and long-term focus on high-reliability components.