Abbott (NYS: ABT)

Abbott is a corporation based in North Chicago, Illinois. Established in 1888, the company develops and manufactures pharmaceuticals and medical products. The company offers science-based nutrition products for every stage of life from infant and pediatric to adult healthy living and therapeutic nutrition. Its products include consumer brands like Similac, Ensure, Glucerna, PediaSure, EAS, and ZonePerfect as well as specialty products that help meet the nutritional needs of people with a variety of health conditions, such as cancer, diabetes, kidney disease, and osteoporosis. The private equity & venture capital investments of the corporation are handled by its subsidiary, Abbott Ventures. The assets of the company are managed by the executive management team.