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Howard Stark was the head of Stark International, a former munitions company. Upon the birth of his son, Tony, Howard decided to opt out of the weapons industry and work with other technologies.

He disappeared and was presumed dead in the plane explosion that also injured Tony. After his "death", his position as CEO was taken over by Obadiah Stane.[1]

Later,[2] Gene Khan told Tony Stark his father was still alive.

Howard Stark was forced to help Gene Khan find the last 5 rings of the Mandarin. Upon finding the ninth ring, they were trapped by Doctor Doom, and Iron Man came to the rescue. Following this, Howard reattained his freedom.[3]

As Justin Hammer's criminal activities were revealed, Howard regained control of Stark International. He acted with patience and wisdom, causing some friction with his more aggressive son.

Though he seemed unaware of Tony's super hero activities, he later revealed that he realized that only Tony could have come up with the Iron Man design the moment he first saw it.

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