Acer Inc.

Acer Inc. is a Taiwanese multinational corporation specializing in computer hardware and electronics, headquartered in Xizhi District, New Taipei City, Taiwan. Established in 1976 as Multitech Electronics Inc. and later renamed Acer in 1987, the company's mission is dedicated to the research, design, marketing, sale, and support of innovative products that enhance people's lives, aiming to break barriers between people and technology.

The company's extensive product portfolio includes desktop PCs, laptop PCs (such as clamshells, 2-in-1s, convertibles, and Chromebooks), tablets, servers, storage devices, virtual reality devices, displays, smartphones, televisions, and various peripherals. Acer also caters to specific market segments through distinct brands like Predator for gaming, ConceptD for creative professionals, Aspire and Swift for mainstream users, and the eco-conscious Vero line for sustainable products. Additionally, it offers cloud services and platforms, alongside the development of smart devices and value-added IoT applications.

As of early 2026, Acer holds a significant position as the fifth-largest personal computer vendor worldwide, with a 6.7% share of the global PC market. The company is also recognized as a top-three global Chromebook vendor and maintains a dominant presence in the North American K-12 education market. Recent strategic initiatives include a strong focus on the AI PC market, with the introduction of Copilot+ PCs featuring NPUs. Acer reported robust financial performance in early 2026, with March revenues reaching NT$29.90 billion, marking a post-pandemic record for the month, and a consolidated revenue of NT$275.63 billion for fiscal year 2025. Key leadership includes George Huang as chairman and Jason Chen as CEO and president, with co-founder Stan Shih serving as honorary chairman.