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Brand origin
Sweden
Main production
Several countries, incl. Sweden

Oatly is a Swedish food brand that makes oat-based alternatives to dairy products. Oatly is ultimately owned by Oatly Group AB, a publicly listed company headquartered in Sweden.

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Updated: 14 October 2026 · Ownership verified: 13 September 2026 ·
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About Oatly

What is Oatly?

Oatly is a Swedish food brand focused on plant-based products made from oats. Oatly Group AB lists oatmilk, frozen desserts, cooking products and other dairy alternatives in its product portfolio. Oatly Group AB is headquartered in Malmö, Sweden, and its products are sold through retail and foodservice channels in markets including Europe, North America and Greater China. In 2025, Oatly Group AB reported revenue of US$862.5 million and had 1,388 employees at year end.

Who owns Oatly?

Oatly is ultimately owned by Oatly Group AB, according to Made O'Meter's ownership data verified on 13 September 2026. Oatly Group AB is a publicly listed Swedish company traded on the Nasdaq Global Select Market in the United States. Nativus Company Limited was Oatly Group AB's largest disclosed shareholder, with 43.5% of the company's shares reported for 2025, while no other shareholder held more than 10%.

Where does Oatly come from?

Oatly originated in Sweden in the 1990s from research at Lund University into converting oats into a liquid food. Oatly was founded in 1994 by food scientists Rickard Öste and Björn Öste. Oatly launched its first product under the Oatly name in 2001. Oatly's main head office has been in Malmö since 2014, while the company also has a production and development centre in Landskrona.

What products does Oatly make?

Oatly makes oatmilk and other dairy alternatives based on oats. Its product range includes oat drinks, frozen desserts, yogurt alternatives, cooking cream, spreads, custard and mayonnaise. Oatmilk accounted for 90% of Oatly Group AB's revenue in 2025.

Subsidiaries: Oatly Deutschland GmbH

Frequently asked questions about Oatly

Is Oatly a Swedish brand?

Yes. Oatly originated in Sweden and Oatly Group AB is headquartered in Malmö, Sweden.

Is Oatly owned by a public company?

Yes. Oatly is ultimately owned by Oatly Group AB, a publicly listed company traded on the Nasdaq Global Select Market in the United States.

What is Oatly milk made from?

Oatly milk is made from oats. Oatly's products are developed as plant-based alternatives to dairy products.

Does Oatly make products besides oat milk?

Yes. Oatly also makes frozen desserts, yogurt alternatives, cooking cream, spreads, custard and mayonnaise.

Where is Oatly headquartered?

Oatly Group AB is headquartered in Malmö, Sweden. Oatly also operates a production and development centre in Landskrona.

Sources: marketscreener.com, stocktitan.net, investors.oatly.com, en.wikipedia.org, companiesmarketcap.com: 0001843586 26 000004, companiesmarketcap.com: 0001843586 26 000004, companiesmarketcap.com: 0001843586 26 000004, sec.gov

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