Who owns Milky Way?
Milky Way is owned by Mars (the United States).[1]
This ownership is reported in official statements but has not yet been matched to a regulatory filing.
Key facts
- Current owner
- Mars, Incorporated reported
- Owned since
- Not recorded
- Previous owner
- None recorded
- Owner HQ
- 🇺🇸 United States, McLean, Virginia
- Origin
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Founded
- 1923
- Category
- Food › Confectionery › Chocolate
- Last verified
- · 1 sources
About Milky Way
Milky Way was launched in the United States in 1923 and named after a malted milkshake rather than the galaxy. The American and European bars have different recipes: the European Milky Way is closer to the American 3 Musketeers, while the American Milky Way resembles the European Mars bar.
Ownership timeline of Milky Way
Where Milky Way sits in Mars
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the parent company of Milky Way?
The parent company of Milky Way is Mars, a family-owned company headquartered in the United States.
Is Milky Way American?
Yes. Milky Way originated in the United States in 1923 and its owner, Mars, is also headquartered in the United States.
Is Milky Way still owned by Mars?
Yes. As of 6 September 2026, Milky Way is still owned by Mars. 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] Mars, Incorporated — our brands — Mars, Incorporated, Official document; retrieved 6 September 2026.
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