Zippo’s business has grown nearly 60 percent in the past 10 years. More than 90 percent of its business is still lighters and fuel, even though tobacco-related products are declining. Part of that is ...

The Zippo lighter is easily recognizable: a rectangular metal shell with beveled edges and a gently curved flip-top. That simple design is just as easy to copy, and Zippo Manufacturing Co., which has ...

Zippo lighters are iconic. The durable, refillable lighters debuted in 1933 and have transcended generations. While new versions still aren’t as cheap as your average plastic Bic lighter, some models ...

PITTSBURGH — The maker of Zippo lighters is turning up the heat on knockoffs of the distinctively shaped — and trademarked — lighters. For the first time since obtaining trademark registration of the ...

Zippo Manufacturing Co., based in Bradford, Pa., is struggling with a slowdown in its North American market and a glut of inventory in China. Residents push back against data center planned across ...

Zippo has long made a case for Americans to carry its lighters. The Pennsylvania company, which dates back to the 1930s, used to supply lighters to US military, and millions of American soldiers have ...

Even with the challenges, Booth is excited about growing into more of a lifestyle brand, launching products in the outdoor recreational camper and patio categories. Zippo is looking to add grills and ...