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Forbes Global 2000: World's Largest Companies Revealed

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The highly anticipated Forbes Global 2000 list for 2024 has been released, ranking the largest publicly traded companies worldwide based on sales, profits, assets, and market value. This year's list sheds light on the current state of the global economy and highlights the dominance of industry giants.

Key Highlights

• Apple retains its position as the world's largest company by market capitalization, reaffirming its technological prowess and brand dominance.
• The United States dominates the list, with 585 companies featured, followed by China with 247 companies and Japan with 182 companies.
• The energy sector saw a surge in rankings, with Saudi Aramco, Shell, and ExxonMobil climbing the list due to soaring oil and gas prices.
• The technology sector remains a significant force, with companies like Microsoft, Alphabet (Google's parent company), and Amazon continuing to lead the charge in innovation and market share.

The Forbes Global 2000 provides valuable insights into the performance and influence of the world's largest companies. It serves as a benchmark for industry leaders, investors, and policymakers, offering a snapshot of the global business landscape and its evolving trends.