PROFILE |
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The whole show is a curtain call for Arquati. A European leader in decorations, Arquati gets most of its sales from curtains, which come in some 4,400 fabrics. It also makes sun awnings, gliding systems, wardrobes, picture frames, and furnishing accessories such as rugs and curtain rods. Other products include sofas, chairs, bedding, and quilts (to coordinate with its curtains). The company sells its products through 60,000 retail outlets worldwide and franchises some 400 showrooms, mostly in Italy. Arquati has operations in Brazil, China, Cuba, Europe, the US, and Venezuela. The Arquati family, including president Franco Arquati, controls the company.
COMPETITION |
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FINANCIAL OVERVIEW |
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Fiscal Year-End: December
1999 Sales (mil.): 139.50
1-Yr. Sales Growth: (19.9)%
KEY PEOPLE |
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Franco Arquati
CEO
Ettore Arquati
CFO
CONTACT INFO |
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Localit Castellaro
43038 Sala Baganza, Italy
Phone: 39-02-0521-8321
Fax: 39-02-0521-8366-82
Online: Web Site
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