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Brasmotor S.A.
 PROFILE
The engines that power Brasmotor are its controlling stakes in appliance maker Multibras S.A. Eletrodomesticos and refrigerator compressor maker Embraco. Multibras makes washers, dryers, kitchen ranges, microwaves, dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners under such brands as Brastemp and Consul (the two brands dominate Brazil's appliance market), as well as Whirlpool. Embraco supplies about 20% of the world's refrigerator compressors (65% of Brazil's market). Other holdings include Multibras da Amazonia and Whirlpool Argentina. Founded in 1945, Brasmotor sells worldwide and has facilities in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, China, Italy, Slovakia, and the US. Whirlpool owns 94% of Brasmotor.

 COMPETITION
AB Electrolux (ELUX)
Maytag Corporation (MYG)
Tecumseh Products Company (TECUB)

 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
Fiscal Year-End: December
1998 Sales (mil.): 2,067.30
1-Yr. Sales Growth: (14.7)%
Employees: 20,633
Revenue per employee: $100,193.86

 KEY PEOPLE
• Paulo Frederico M. de Oliveira Periquito
    CEO
• Ruy de Campos Filho
    CFO

 CONTACT INFO
Avenida Brigadeiro Faria Lima, No. 1478, 18th Fl.
01452-001 Sao Paulo, Brazil
Phone: 55-11-3039-5400
Fax: 55-11-3039-5566
Online: Web Site

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