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Who owns illy?

illy is owned by illycaffè S.p.A. (Italy).[1]

This ownership is reported in official statements but has not yet been matched to a regulatory filing.

Key facts

Current owner
illycaffè S.p.A. reported
Owned since
Not recorded
Previous owner
None recorded
Owner HQ
🇮🇹 Italy, Trieste
Origin
🇮🇹 Italy, Trieste
Founded
1933
Category
BeveragesCoffee, tea & hot drinksCoffee
Last verified
· 1 sources

About illy

illy sells one arabica blend of nine origins, in the belief that consistency matters more than choice, and packs it in pressurised tins that keep it fresh for years. It is sold in more than 140 countries and in tens of thousands of cafés.

Ownership timeline of illy

Owners of illy from 1933 to 2026 illy 1933–present illy 19401960198020002020
  1. 1933 – present illy [1] reported

Where illy sits in illy

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the parent company of illy?

The parent company of illy is illycaffè S.p.A., a family-owned company headquartered in Italy.

Is illy Italian?

Yes. illy originated in Italy in 1933 and its owner, illycaffè S.p.A., is also headquartered in Italy.

Is illy still owned by illycaffè S.p.A.?

Yes. As of 6 September 2026, illy is still owned by illycaffè S.p.A. The ownership record was last checked against primary sources on that date.

Sources (1) & corrections

Last verified . Every ownership fact above is backed by one of these primary documents. Numbers in brackets in the text refer to this list.

  1. [1] illycaffè — the company — illycaffè S.p.A., Official document; retrieved 6 September 2026.

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