Iconic American Companies Owned by Chinese Investors

96. JBS USA

Headquarters: Greeley, Colorado
Bought By: JBS S.A.
Headquarters: São Paulo, Brazil

For many, JBS USA represents a titan within the realm of protein-based foods. Originating in the American Midwest, JBS USA has gained significant traction over the years, now standing as one of the country’s foremost processors of beef, pork, and lamb. Their reach even extends to poultry through the Pilgrim’s brand.

However, a detail often overlooked is that JBS USA is a subsidiary of JBS S.A., a Brazilian company and the world’s largest processor of fresh beef and pork. The Brazilian behemoth acquired a majority stake in Swift & Company, a predecessor to JBS USA, in 2007 for a sum of $1.4 billion.