Corning Incorporated is an American multinational technology company specializing in glass, ceramics, and related materials. Founded in 1851, it was initially known as Corning Glass Works before changing its name in 1989. Corning is known for its innovations in materials science and its contributions to various industries. The company's headquarters are located in Corning, New York.
Corning's current Chairman and CEO is Wendell P. Weeks, who has held the CEO position since 2005 and the Chairman role since 2007. Recent news includes a multiyear agreement with Meta Platforms to supply optical fiber, cable, and connectivity solutions for data center buildout, valued at up to $6 billion. Corning also earned CES 2026 Innovation Honors for advanced glass surface treatments. The company's board of directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.28 per share, payable on March 30, 2026.
Corning operates in five segments: Display Technologies, Optical Communications, Environmental Technologies, Specialty Materials, and Life Sciences. Key products include Gorilla Glass, used in smartphones and tablets, optical fiber and cable, ceramic substrates for automotive emissions control, and labware for life science research. Corning has a market capitalization of approximately $119.69 billion as of February 2026, making it one of the world's most valuable companies. UBS has recently increased its price target for Corning, citing the company's potential to benefit from increased demand for fiber optic cables in AI data centers.
