Almost $20 trillion in revenue—and a record-breaking $1.87 trillion in profits. Introducing the 2025 Fortune 500, the definitive list of the biggest companies in America.

Fortune 500

The top companies on our list have one thing in common: Staff largely trust leadership to see them as well-rounded people and reward them for a job well done.

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Employees say: "My manager and the people I work with truly care about the success of our business and well-being of one another. It’s an honor and privilege to work at Stryker, and I’m proud to be a part of this wonderful company!"

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The 300 companies on this year’s list brought in over $12.6 trillion in revenue for the latest 12 months, with the median revenue figure at $22 billion.

America's Most Innovative Companies

Leaders in all industries rely more than ever on Big Tech—and appreciate the giants that deliver, at scale, without drama.

World's Most Admired Companies

See which workplaces made this year's list.

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Employees say:"I love having opportunity to work in a remote/hybrid role, allowing the balance needed for my family; this allows me to really enjoy my time spent traveling/in the office as it's not a daily requirement. I also appreciate the health and wellness benefits offered, it's refreshing to see the benefits at the forefront for the employees. People are seen as people, not employees that just complete a job."

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Organizations are assessed on their efforts to create great workplaces and positively impact people and communities across multiple countries around the world.

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Stryker ranks No. 8 on the 2024 World’s 25 Best Workplaces list.

World’s 25 Best Workplaces

The companies on this annual list make a conscious effort to be supportive, inclusive workplaces.

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Employees say:"The mission statement and values are at the heart of the company. It is something that is re-visited often in meetings, with specific values sometimes called out to place the meeting in the context of the key values driving that discussion. The mission statement and values provide all divisions with a common focus that unites and motivates the company."

100 Best Large Workplaces for Women

Companies that foster an environment that supports professional growth are more likely to thrive and successfully adopt digital innovation. Here are the 100 best places to work in Europe—and how they stay that way.

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One of the world's leading medical technology companies, U.S.-founded Stryker helps improve the lives of more than 150 million patients annually. But it also positively impacts on its 14,290 European employees, with country-specific benefits including bonuses, commissions, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, stock-based plans, paid time off plans, family and parenting leaves, tuition reimbursement and wellness programs. The company offers four models of flexible work-—remote, field-based, on-site and hybrid—while conversations between HR, managers and each individual aim to identify their ideal mix. Team camaraderie is nurtured through spontaneous celebrations, planned group activities and larger events such as Generations Working Together Month, which features volunteer opportunities, a generational diversity workshop, presentation and interview skills practice, and a global town hall showcasing local initiatives.

Fortune 100 Best Companies To Work For Europe

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Employees say:"My manager and the people I work with truly care about the success of our business and well-being of one another. It’s an honor and privilege to work at Stryker and I’m proud to be a part of this wonderful company!"

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Fortune partners with global people analytics firm Great Place to Work to analyze survey feedback representing employees from companies across the U.S.

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Employees say:"Our mission directly impacts people and makes the world a better place. The culture of wrapping our arms around each other, working hard, having fun while doing it, and setting lofty goals that encourage continuous improvement. The ability to do what I love to do and support my family makes it more than just a job. I value the people that I am blessed to call bosses, coworkers, and friends that care about me as a person. Who you surround yourself with matters, and I am grateful for the opportunity to line up alongside and under leaders who are committed to quality work and quality relationships. Really great benefits, good pay, good culture, and a strong mission."

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Industries included in the sector are insurance and managed care, medical products and facilities, pharmacy services, and pharmaceutical companies.

Fortune Sector Leaders: Health Care

The Fortune 500, in its 70th year in 2024, ranks the biggest U.S. companies by revenue.

Creating a more empathetic workplace looks like staying loyal to workers, emphasizing D&I initiatives, and paying well.

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This is year 14 on the list for Stryker, one of the world’s leading medical technology companies. Providing services in surgical, neurotechnology, orthopedics, and spine, the company employs over 52,000 people and impacts more than 150 million patients.&nbsp; &nbsp;Keeping patients and care teams safe is part of the company’s main priorities. It designed a smoke evacuation system to dispose of “surgical smoke,” which is released into the air when lasers or electrosurgical devices contact human tissue, and can carry harmful toxins, viruses and bacterias. Stryker also partners with organizations, like <a href="https://helmsleytrust.org/our-focus-areas/rural-healthcare/">Helmsley’s Rural Healthcare Program</a>, to ensure rural populations have access to high quality healthcare by providing cardiac monitors and chest compression devices.

The 26th edition of the list shows how much esteem Big Tech giants command among other business leaders.

The 25th Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies list suggests that tech giants’ peers respect them as much as ever.

Building a culture of trust and transparency is essential to help everyone thrive, especially in rocky economic times.

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The medical technologies corporation is focused on developing talent and cross-team collaboration, and 2023 marks its 13th year on the list. 
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 	<li>Stryker released an updated code of conduct at the beginning of this year, emphasizing that managers are to be a resource and promote an inclusive environment. The code also notes corporate responsibility through volunteer and charitable efforts, mentorship programs, and educational opportunities.</li> 
 	<li>The company is devoted to helping staff achieve professional growth with an internal network of coaches, along with talent programs that offer management and leadership training and peer-to-peer learning.</li> 
 	<li>“Stryker has developed a strong passion for diversity and inclusion, which has driven me to be more engaged and thoughtful and a more diverse-minded individual,” said one employee. “I really appreciate the space to learn and develop and apply my privilege to bettering our company and our community.”</li> 
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At winning companies, 88% of employees would recommend their employer to friends and family.

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Employees say: 
 
"Stryker genuinely believes its mission statement. The company strives to instill the mission into the employees, and in my experience, managers and managerial decisions do consider customer impact, not solely financial incentives."

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Employees say: 
 
"Our benefits focus on all aspects of life, not just income. For example, Stryker incentivizes healthy habits like exercise through its Strive rewards program, encourages healthy eating by offering nutritious meals in its cafeteria, and encourages volunteering in the community by offering time off to do so. They create a sense of community through their Employee Resource Groups and hold events at the corporate office frequently to bring people from different business units together."

Fortune partnered with Great Place to Work to analyze survey feedback representing nearly half a million U.S. employees.

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Employees say: 
 
"I knew walking through the door that this was where I was meant to be. I will be working with Stryker until I retire and am proud to work here. My management team is full of leaders, not just managers, who care about the business and their people."

The Fortune 500, in its 69th year in 2023, ranks the biggest U.S. companies by revenue.

Just as it dominates our economy, Big Tech now dominates Fortune’s annual ranking of corporate reputation.

When it comes to supporting employees, flexibility, diversity, and a few extra paid days off go a long way.

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Transparency and open communication are common threads that run throughout Stryker’s corporate culture. They fuel its commitment to DEI, as seen in the top-down representation of its board of directors, 80% of whom identify as women and minorities, as well as nine global employee resource groups that foster a sense of inclusion. A well-established Global Jobs Framework outlines paths to career development and ensures consistency across job levels, ultimately providing financial equity and fair pay practices throughout the organization. Says one employee, “The efforts to which Stryker goes to create inclusiveness and awareness is incredible and something I had not encountered with past employers. Stryker really wants each and every person to feel valued and understood, and that concern feels extremely authentic and genuine.”

Organizations on this annual list positively impact people and communities across multiple countries.

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Employees say: 
 
“I appreciate the emphasis on people first. My manager and team let me know and, most importantly, feel that I am cared for as a person first so that I can contribute my best self to my team, the others I support, and the work I do. I was a big fan of T&amp;E's Best Self Culture workshop and am a big believer of taking care of yourself self first so that you can deliver the best version of your self to the people you support and work that you perform.”

To determine millennials' workplace preferences, Fortune's research partner Great Place to Work analyzed feedback representing more than 6.1 million U.S. employees.

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Employees say: 
 
“People at this company share a common goal and work together to meet that goal. It truly feels like a team where others are willing to lift each other up to be successful and go the extra mile outside of their roles. Also, Stryker seems to invest in their employees as resources, which compared to many other companies seems like a unique position. We are not overhead, we are an investment, and this instills a deep sense of loyalty within me.”

This year’s Fortune 500 marks the 68th running of the list.

After a year in which humanity leaned more heavily than ever on tech giants, see which companies topped Fortune's ranking of corporate reputation.

Our 2021 list of the 100 best companies to work for, as ranked by their employees. See which companies made the list.

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The medical technology company’s sales took a hit when hospitals postponed elective procedures, which make up roughly half of Stryker’s business, during the pandemic. To help bear the burden, the company implemented temporary salary reductions among leadership—including the board of directors—in lieu of frontline workers, and created a process for temporary assignments to help those whose work had been reduced or eliminated find other opportunities within the company during the pandemic. Those hardships prompted Stryker to furlough some employees early on and fall 80 spots on Fortune’s list this year. But some employees also appreciated how the company didn’t micromanage during the crisis. Notes one, “That trust was critical and invaluable, and I realize that many, many employees did not have the same ‘luxury.’”

These companies foster supportive cultures, where employees find opportunities for growth with help from their colleagues.

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Employees say: 
 
“The flexibility in work/life balance is a big retention factor for me. The workload can be demanding, but there is always support to take time off or encouragement to own your schedule as you see fit as long as you remain accountable for the work.”

35 Best Large Workplaces in New York

These companies empower employees to bring their whole selves to work, prioritize their well-being, and grow in their careers.

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Employees say: 
 
“The people! Working for Stryker almost 17 years, I can say that I have worked with so many amazing people who are dedicated, talented, and committed to delivering results. People genuinely care for one another.”

25 Best Large Workplaces in the Bay Area

Companies on this year's list earned recognition based on surveys of 19.8 million employees worldwide.

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Companies on this year's list—which span the electrical, automotive, and medical device industries—invest in and trust their employees.

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Employees say: 
 
“They consistently put employees first. When COVID hit, they immediately sent employees home and have encouraged us to have a work-life balance while working remote. I know they have consistently taken cuts to keep their employees employed.”

These companies use the creative tools of capitalism—including the profit motive—to address society’s unmet needs.

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Sometimes terrible errors happen in medicine—a patient gets surgery on the wrong body part, or stitched up with a foreign object still inside them (an estimated 4,500 to 6,000 times a year in the U.S. alone). Other times, mundane accidents lead to fatal results. Stryker, the medical-device maker, partners with hospitals to prevent such “never events” and make the patient experience safer. Its $6.4 billion medical and surgical divisions sell products like the SurgiCount Safety-Sponge System (to ensure no sponges are left behind in a patient’s body), ProCuity beds (to protect against falls, a million-time-per-year accident), and repositioning products designed to prevent pressure injuries, which affect more than 2.5 million patients a year, and can lead to infection and death. To encourage proper training and better outcomes, Stryker makes risk-sharing agreements, offering customers reimbursements if they don’t see a reduction in such events. Leah Binder, president and CEO of the Leapfrog Group, which advocates for patient safety, applauds Stryker’s competitive focus and innovation in the field. “It’s extremely exciting,” she says, noting that the problems the company is addressing are both very serious and typically overlooked.

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This year’s Fortune 500 marks the 67th running of the list.

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Aiding in medical procedures such as joint replacement and surgeries for trauma, the medical tech company produces products and services necessary for every stage of health care in the neurological and orthopedic fields.

We surveyed tens of thousands of employees to create this list of millennials’ favorite workplaces.

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Employees say: 
 
“I always feel like I have the ability to make a difference. When I have an idea, I have full support from my management to make it happen.”

For an astounding 13th straight year, Apple claims the top spot in Fortune’s annual ranking of corporate reputation, based on a survey of almost 3,800 executives, directors, and analysts.

Our 2020 list of the 100 best companies as ranked by their employees. See which companies made the list.

The 35 companies highlighted on this year's list promote growth, transparency, and diversity in the workplace.

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Employees say: 
 
"Stryker has created a culture of excellence that promotes diversity and encourages the unique strengths each of us brings. It is a “can do “where culture where we all support each other to come together to do great things." 
 
Read Great Place to Work review .

Companies on this year's list earned national recognition in at least five different countries worldwide—and as many as 39 countries.

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Employees say: 
 
“People here are genuine in their desire to succeed as a team. The leaders are a blend of people with different backgrounds and tenure so that there isn't a sense for doing things only one way to be successful.”

The companies on this year's list make a conscious effort to be supportive, inclusive workplaces.

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Employees say: 
 
“The leaders have a genuine interest in employee's engagement and enjoyment of work. I feel all the leaders I have worked for genuinely cared about me and my peers as a person.” 
 
 
 
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This year's Fortune 500 marks the 66th running of the list.

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The Kalamazoo, Mich.-based medical technology company makes products used in orthopedics, surgery, and neurotechnology, and offers repair and remanufacture services.

We surveyed tens of thousands of young employees to create this list of millennials’ favorite workplaces.

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Employees say: 
 
"Opportunities are endless because of the support given, focus on individual strengths and performance, and the overall growth of the company. Work is hard but also incredibly fun and rewarding." 
 
 
 
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Here are the World's Most Admired Companies for 2019 as ranked in their industries. See who made the list.

Our 2019 list of the 100 best companies as ranked by their employees. See which companies made the list.

Companies on this year's list earned national recognition in at least five different countries worldwide—and as many as 33 countries.

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Employees say: 
 
"I love how our company truly cares about you! From your physical health to growing within the company, the amenities and optional training that are provided show me that they care about me and my future." 
 
Read the Great Place to Work review .

At the Best Workplaces for Women, company leaders foster mentorship and career growth.

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An employee says: 
 
"There have been multiple occasions where I had to provide recommendations to senior leaders, and my ideas and/or solutions have been valued and supported. I feel like I have a voice—and that my ideas and experiences matter—and make a difference." 
 
Read the Great Place to Work review .

This year's Fortune 500 marks the 65th running of the list.

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Employees say: 
“I love how our company truly cares about you! From your physical health to growing within the company. The amenities and optional trainings that are provided show me that they care about me and my future.”

Here are the World's Most Admired Companies for 2018 as ranked in their industries. See who made the list.

Our 2018 list of the 100 best companies as ranked by their employees. See which companies made the list.

This year's Fortune 500 marks the 64th running of the list.

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Employees say: 
 
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"You have autonomy to run your business; you get guidance when you need it. You have incredible opportunities to seek your development pathways." 
 
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Read the Great Place to Work review .

Here’s our look at 57 companies that do well by doing good.

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Employees say: 
 
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"More than just brand and name recognition, what makes Stryker stand out is the people. From the CEO to the factory-intern, Stryker boasts intelligent, hard-working, successful, ethical, and overall good people- all pulling in the same direction." 
 
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"There are MANY different ways that Stryker has invested in my personal growth that has no direct impact on my job performance, which proves they care about me as an individual. Most companies send you to training so you know how to perform your day to day job functions. I have benefited from countless "training" opportunities that are not focused on my day to day improvement, but on my growth as a whole. In my 4 + years working for Stryker, they have paid for my MBA from the University of Florida. I've been sent to personal development conferences and seminars across the country, and I've participated in Mentorship programs as both a mentor and a mentee. A famous quote from Richard Branson is, “Train people well enough so they can leave, treat them well enough so they don’t want to.” All of Stryker's investment in me has made me into a well-rounded individual. If I were to ever leave Stryker for other opportunities, I get to take the returns of that investment with me wherever I go. However, because the way Stryker values me and rewards me for my efforts, I hope I can be here for another 25 years!" 
 
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Here are the World's Most Admired Companies for 2017 as ranked in their industries. See who made the list.

Our 2017 list of the 100 best companies as ranked by their employees. See which companies made the list.

This year's Fortune 500 marks the 63rd running of the list.

Fortune’s annual list of the 100 Best Workplaces for Women highlights companies with generous benefits, flexible schedules, and an emphasis on balancing work and life. 

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Employees say: "The leaders of Stryker function at the utmost level of respect, dignity, and ethics. That trickle down effect gives our employees no other example or desire to operate in any other fashion." 
 
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"After earning an English degree, I have had roles at Stryker in legal, human resources, branding, and communications. I was the first person to have each of these roles, so I was able to create the job responsibilities based on my passions, interests, and the business' needs." Read the .

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Employees say: 
 
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“Stryker values talent over anything else. It is unique in the sense that depending on your talents and innate abilities, you have the opportunity to create your own career path. Most companies value experience, which is discouraging for those without the experience who desire to be in a particular role and have the talent to do so. I have been with the company in various roles now for over 10 years and truly feel that I've found my career destination and passions, all thanks to Stryker and the opportunities they've given me for growth and advancement.” 
 
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“The other day my supervisor told us she had an e-mail to read to us. It was from another cell supervisor telling us a story about an elderly lady who had a hip surgery using our products. The surgery went so well and she was so happy with the results, that she reached out thanking us for our hard work. Just hearing this story in the meeting was so uplifting.” 
 
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Here are the World's Most Admired Companies for 2016 as ranked in their industries. See who made the list.

Google/Alphabet is the No. 1 place to work for the seventh time in 10 years. Six newcomers include Veterans United at No. 30, Hilton Hotels at No. 56, and Slalom Consulting at No. 100. IKEA’s U.S. arm returns to the list, along with GoDaddy and Sheetz.

This year's Fortune 500 marks the 62nd running of the list.

Business insiders have spoken: Asked which companies they most admire, more than 4,100 executives, directors, and analysts chose these top 50 All-Stars.

This year’s list marks Fortune's 18th year of partnering with Great Place to Work. Google ranks No.1 for the sixth time, and 16 new companies make impressive debuts, including Acuity (No. 3), Twitter (No. 24), and Riot Games (No. 13).

This year's Fortune 500 marks the 61st running of the list. Wal-Mart claims the top spot again. See who made the list.

The inaugural list of the 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials from our partners at Great Place to Work includes surprising newcomer Power Home Remodeling, making an impressive debut at No. 1. Other standouts include Chili’s Grill and Bar (no. 11), Elevation Church (No. 34), and Yelp (No. 41).

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Strkyer, which makes and repairs medical equipment, has 160 locations and over 12,000 employees, but employees overwhelming laud the company for its focus on helping them achieve their career goals. Full-time employees are given an average of 115 hours of training each year, and the company offers a variety of leadership development programs. “The strength of Stryker is the internal mobility,” says one employee. “If you desire a different role, you can be confident that someone will invest in you.” <a style="color:#ec412e;" href="http://us.greatrated.com/stryker" target="_blank">Read the Great Place to Work review.</a>

Google tops the list once again, marking its eighth appearance and fifth time as No. 1.

Wal-Mart stayed on top as its sales crept closer to half-a-trillion dollars. Apple moved into the top five. And UnitedHealth Group continued its steady climb. 

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