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Consumers Union of United States, Inc. |
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PROFILE |
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Consumers Union of United States (CU) inspires both trust and fear. Best known for publishing "Consumer Reports" magazine (4.1 million subscribers), the not-for-profit organization also serves as a consumer watchdog through newsletters, books, TV and radio programming, the Internet, and "Zillions" children's magazine. CU derives revenue from sales of its publications, from car and insurance pricing services, and from contributions, fees, and grants. It tests and rates thousands of products annually. CU also testifies on consumer issues and files lawsuits on behalf of consumers. Its Consumer Policy Institute focuses on research and education in issues such as air pollution.
COMPETITION |
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FINANCIAL OVERVIEW |
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Fiscal Year-End: May
2000 Sales (mil.): 140.40
1-Yr. Sales Growth: 0.3%
Employees: 450
Revenue per employee: $312,000.00
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James Guest
CEO
Conrad Harris
CFO
CONTACT INFO |
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101 Truman Ave.
Yonkers, NY 10703
US
Phone: 914-378-2000
Fax: 914-378-2900
Online: Web Site
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