lloyds of London was founded in 1688

There are relatively few companies as old or older than Lloyd's of London, but some notable ones include businesses that have existed for centuries, often rooted in Japan, Europe, and certain other parts of Asia. These companies are usually in industries like hospitality, food, or banking. Some examples:

Companies Older Than or Comparable to Lloyd's of London:

1. Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan (Japan)

Founded: 705 CE

Industry: Hospitality (hot springs inn)

2. Kongo Gumi (Japan)

Founded: 578 CE (absorbed into a larger company in 2006)

Industry: Construction (temples and shrines)

3. St. Peter Stiftskulinarium (Austria)

Founded: 803 CE

Industry: Hospitality (restaurant)

4. Beretta (Italy)

Founded: 1526

Industry: Firearms manufacturing

5. Antinori (Italy)

Founded: 1385

Industry: Winemaking

6. Cambridge University Press (UK)

Founded: 1534

Industry: Publishing

7. The Shore Porters Society (UK)

Founded: 1498

Industry: Logistics and moving services

8. Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena (Italy)

Founded: 1472

Industry: Banking (oldest surviving bank)

Summary

The number of companies still operating after more than 300 years is limited, and many have evolved significantly from their original business models. Most are concentrated in regions with long histories of commerce and stable institutional support.