Fortune World's Most Admired Companies 2026 Unveiled

For the 19th consecutive year, Apple tops Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies (WMAC) 2026 list. This annual ranking is a collaboration between Fortune and consulting firm Korn Ferry, assessing corporate reputation via a survey of over 3,000 executives, directors, and analysts. Despite concerns about its AI progress, Apple maintains strong marks for its management and innovation.

The top WMAC companies include Microsoft, Amazon, NVIDIA, and JPMorgan Chase, with Samsung making notable advancements. Newcomers in the list, like Advanced Micro Devices and Workday, credit AI for their increased significance. The list covers 324 companies globally, with a significant U.S. presence.

Gender representation improves, with 10% of companies led by female CEOs. Noteworthy individuals include Julie Sweet of Accenture and Jane Fraser of Citigroup. The rankings highlight ongoing resilience and innovation across industries.