JD.com, Inc. is one of China's leading e-commerce platforms, primarily involved in the sale of electronics products and general merchandise products, including audio, video products, and books. The company operates through two segments: JD Retail and New Businesses.
JD.com was founded by Liu Qiangdong (also known as Richard Liu) in July 1998 and is headquartered in Beijing, China. The company started as a magneto-optical store and evolved into an e-commerce giant, shaping online shopping in China and beyond.
Main Product(s):
JD.com offers a wide array of products, ranging from electronics and home appliances to apparel and food items. The company is also known for its high-quality logistics services and innovative technological solutions in e-commerce.
Short History of JD.com, Inc:
1998 – Founded by Liu Qiangdong in Beijing.
2004 – Transitioned to an online business model.
2014 – JD.com went public on the NASDAQ.
2016 – Launched JD Worldwide, its cross-border e-commerce platform.
2018 – Expanded its logistics services globally.
2021 – JD Logistics, a subsidiary of JD.com, went public in Hong Kong.