Forbes The Global 2000, 2026
Illustration by Shiwen Sven Wang for Forbes
NEW YORK (June 24, 2026) – Forbes today released its 24th annual Global 2000, a definitive ranking of the world’s largest public companies determined by sales, profits, assets and market value.
Despite a backdrop of global economic and geopolitical uncertainty, marked by trade disputes, regional conflicts, higher energy costs and continued inflationary pressures, this years’ Global 2000 showcases continued global growth as the list reached records in all four categories of combined sales, profits, assets and market value. For the fourth year in a row, America’s largest bank, JPMorgan Chase, remains in the No. 1 spot, while Amazon climbed to No. 2, followed by Berkshire Hathaway, Alphabet and Saudi Aramco, which round out the top five.
This year’s record-breaking list and its featured companies amassed new milestones with a combined $56 trillion in annual sales, $5.5 trillion in profits, and $272 trillion in assets. Most notably, the combined market value of the Global 2000 jumped a significant 31.8% from last year’s record, adding more than $30 trillion in shareholder value. Six of the top ten companies are headquartered in the United States, which leads the ranking overall with 593 companies, followed by Greater China with 340 companies and Japan with 179.
“It’s a record-breaking year for the world’s largest public companies despite global economic and geopolitical challenges,” said Matt Schifrin, Executive Editor, Forbes. “This year’s list highlights how the world’s largest companies are continuing to adapt and thrive despite an increasingly complex operating environment. AI is rapidly transforming industries, creating new opportunities for growth. The Global 2000 showcases the enduring strength of businesses that can successfully navigate technological change, geopolitical uncertainty and evolving market conditions.”
Notable movements in this year’s ranking include Amazon, which rose three places from No. 5 to No. 2, and Alphabet, which leaped from No. 9 to No. 4, reflecting the continued strength of technology companies amid growing investment in artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure.
AI has also become a big economic force with this year’s biggest AI winners including Nvidia, which climbed 20 spots to No. 27 and became the most valuable chip company on the list, while South Korea’s SK Hynix, jumped 107 spots to No. 48.
Forbes compiled the Global 2000 list using data from FactSet Research to screen for the biggest public companies in four metrics: sales, profits, assets and market value. The market value calculations use closing prices as of May 15, 2026 and include all common shares outstanding.
About Forbes
Forbes is an iconic global media brand that has symbolized success for over a century. Fueled by journalism that informs and inspires, Forbes spotlights the doers and doings shaping industries, achieving success and making an impact on the world. Forbes connects and convenes the most influential communities ranging from billionaires, business leaders and rising entrepreneurs to creators and innovators. The Forbes brand reaches more than 140 million people monthly worldwide through its trusted journalism, signature ForbesLive events and 49 licensed local editions in 81 countries.
Media Contact: