Comcast is still called Comcast. While many consumers may associate its services with the name Xfinity, Comcast Corporation remains the parent company.
Understanding the Relationship Between Comcast and Xfinity
Comcast and Xfinity are distinct brands operating under the same corporate umbrella. It's a common misconception that Comcast changed its name to Xfinity, but they serve different purposes within the company's structure:
- Comcast: This is the overarching company that owns and operates various businesses. It is a global telecommunications conglomerate and media company.
- Xfinity: This is the primary consumer-facing brand of Comcast. Xfinity provides residential services such as internet, television, phone, and home security. When you subscribe to home internet or cable TV services, you are typically signing up for Xfinity services.
Essentially, Xfinity is the brand that delivers the services directly to homes and consumers, while Comcast is the corporate entity that owns Xfinity and a wide portfolio of other businesses.
Other Major Brands and Holdings of Comcast
Beyond Xfinity, Comcast Corporation has a vast array of holdings in the media, entertainment, and telecommunications sectors. Some of its notable assets include:
- NBCUniversal: This major media and entertainment company owns a wide range of properties, including:
- Television Networks: NBC, Telemundo, USA Network, Syfy, Bravo, E!, MSNBC, CNBC, Oxygen, and Universal Kids.
- Film Studios: Universal Pictures, Focus Features, and DreamWorks Animation.
- Theme Parks: Universal Destinations & Experiences (e.g., Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Orlando Resort).
- Streaming Service: Peacock.
- Sky Group: A leading media and entertainment company in Europe, providing television, broadband internet, and telephone services.
This structure allows Comcast to manage a diverse range of operations, from providing essential internet services to consumers to producing major motion pictures and television shows.
| Entity | Role | Examples of Offerings |
|---|---|---|
| Comcast | The parent corporation, owner of various brands and businesses | Corporate entity, strategic oversight |
| Xfinity | Consumer-facing brand for residential telecommunications services | Internet, Cable TV, Home Phone, Home Security |
| NBCUniversal | Media and entertainment company owned by Comcast | NBC, Universal Pictures, Peacock, Universal Studios Theme Parks |
| Sky Group | European media and telecommunications company owned by Comcast | TV, broadband, and phone services in Europe |
For more information, you can visit the official Comcast Corporate website or the Xfinity website.
