Ford Motor Company is a publicly traded company, meaning its ownership is spread across many individuals and institutions. Therefore, no single country "owns" Ford.
How Ford Ownership Works:
- Shares: Ford's ownership is divided into shares, which are traded on the stock market.
- Shareholders: Individuals and organizations who purchase these shares become shareholders, owning a portion of the company.
- Majority Ownership: No single country or entity owns a majority of Ford shares.
Key Shareholders:
- Institutional Investors: These include mutual funds, pension funds, and hedge funds that invest in companies like Ford.
- Individual Investors: Many individuals worldwide own Ford shares directly.
- Ford Family: The Ford family, descendants of the company's founder Henry Ford, still hold a significant number of shares but do not control the company.
While Ford was founded in the United States, its ownership is global and diverse.
