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Mars Statistics (2026): Revenue, Employees, Countries & Key Facts

2026 refresh: Mars stats—~$55B annual net sales (2024), 150,000+ associates, operations across ~80 countries, plus company overview and FAQs.

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Mars statistics and facts (2026 update)

Mars, Incorporated is a privately held global company best known for its snacking brands (including M&M’s and Snickers) and its large pet care and veterinary services business. Since Mars is not publicly traded, the most reliable, current “scale” numbers tend to come from Mars’s own press statements and sustainability reporting.

Quick Answer (2026)

Mars stated it reached approximately $55 billion in annual net sales in 2024. Mars also describes having 150,000+ Associates working across 80 countries.

Key Metrics Summary

Metric Value Year / As stated Notes
Annual net sales ~$55B 2024 Company statement tied to sustainability reporting
Employees (Associates) 150,000+ Company statements (2024–2025) Global employee count used in Mars communications
Countries with Associates 80 countries Company statement (2025) Mars describes operations/workforce across 80 countries

Mars Facts

  • Website: mars.com
  • Founded: 1911 (Frank C. Mars)
  • Major categories: Snacking, Petcare, Food, Veterinary services
  • Private company: Mars is privately held

How Mars Uses “Net Sales”

Mars references fiscal 2024 net sales definitions and brand/segment share context on its corporate pages, including notes about how it frames “billion dollar brands” and net sales as of December 31, 2024.

FAQ

How much revenue does Mars make?

Mars stated it grew to approximately $55B in annual net sales in 2024.

How many employees does Mars have?

Mars describes having 150,000+ Associates worldwide.

How many countries does Mars operate in?

Mars states its Associates work across 80 countries.

Sources / References

Note: This page is for informational/reference purposes only. Mars is privately held; use company statements with explicit years attached.

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