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World's Most Admired Companies

Which companies are most respected? Some 3,800 executives, analysts, directors, and experts voted—and here are the results.  
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All Stars

  1. 1
    Apple
  2. 2
    Amazon.com
  3. 3
    Starbucks
  4. 4
    Berkshire Hathaway
  5. 5
    Disney
  6. 6
    Alphabet
  7. 7
    General Electric
  8. 8
    Southwest Airlines
  9. 9
    Facebook
  10. 9
    Microsoft

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