"including companies" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when you need to refer to a group of companies that are part of a larger group. For example, "We offer services to small businesses, including companies in the retail and hospitality industries."
"We have 25 advertisers including companies such as Intel, Verizon and Frito-Lay," he said.
But Petside will be open to any advertiser, including companies with products that compete with Procter.
The State Department said 13 "foreign persons" -- including companies in Russia, China and Venezuela -- violated prohibitions.
Initially, the program drew a variety of investors, including companies like Chevron and Berkshire Hathaway.
But under surveillance law and practice, "US persons", including companies, are supposed to be a protected class.
You appear to have a wide range of other income sources, including companies that deal with coal, shipping and property.
Those with spare cash, including companies, are clinging on to it as a hedge against an uncertain future.
The new standards were vigorously fought by the liquor industry, including companies making and distributing distilled spirits, wine and beer.
Others are thinking likewise, including companies and researchers developing or already selling devices that render cellphones inoperable in certain locations.
The companies assert that there is plenty of competition with 40 benefit managers in the market, including companies like UnitedHealth Group, the powerful insurance company, competing.
Newcomers, including companies, should be allowed to buy, not just rent.Mr Abe's team is currently studying options for agricultural reform, to be announced later in the year.
