Walmart, Tyson Top the World's Most Admired Companies in 2021

February 3, 2021

Business

Walmart, Tyson Top the World's Most Admired Companies in 2021

NWA Daily

Three of Arkansas' top economic drivers have been named in Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies for 2021. Tyson Foods, Walmart and Murphy USA were all included in the list of over 300 companies.

  • The survey is provided by Fortune and Korn Ferry and recognizes company executives directors, and financial analysts to identify the companies that are well respected in their sector and industry. -5 News
  • Walmart ranked highest on the list, coming in at the No. 11 spot. In the General Merchandisers sector, Walmart came in behind No. 1 Target, but ahead of Costco Wholesale.

  • Murphy USA had the second-highest ranking for an Arkansas company, at No. 218 overall.

  • Springdale giant Tyson Foods made the 305th spot on the list, but was the most admired in the Food Production sector. -Arkansas Money & Politics

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