What is "minebea"

or NMB (Nippon Miniature Bearing) is a Japanese multinational corporation and a major producer of machinery components and electronics devices. International Asian business accounts for 80% of Minebea's production and 50% of its sales.

The company as of March 31, 2013 has its 43 consolidated subsidiaries, 31 manufacturing facilities and 43 sales offices. NMB (USA) Inc. is an American holding company that manages Minebea's American subsidiaries.

Minebea shares are listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, the Osaka Securities Exchange and the Nagoya Stock Exchange and the company is a constituent of the Nikkei 225 stock index.

Minebea has the world largest shares in 6 product areas such as ball bearings (65%) and pivot assemblies (65%).