Which retailers and drug manufacturers made Newsweek’s 'World’s Most Trustworthy Companies' list?
Several retailers and drug manufacturers as well as one distributor were among those companies recently recognized by Newsweek in its latest “World’s Most Trustworthy Companies” list for 2024. Below is just a partial list of winners, and readers may read it in full by visiting the link here.
This list recognizes companies that have earned the confidence of consumers, investors and employees by producing quality products, paying employees fair wages and appointing effective leaders.
In its second year, the World's Most Trustworthy Companies recognizes 1,000 companies across 23 industries and 20 countries, covering everything from financial services and media to dining and consumer goods.
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The ranking is based on an independent survey of more than 70,000 participants and 230,000 evaluations from customers, investors and employees who responded to prompts like "I trust this company's advertising and communications claims" and "I believe this company treats its employees fairly." It also incorporates "social listening," an analysis of company mentions across social platforms.
Here are the retailers that made the list:
- Ahold Delhaize
- Albertsons
- Amazon
- Costco
- Ingles
- Kroger
- Target
- Walmart
- Weis Markets
- Target
Distributors:
- McKesson
Here are the drug manufacturers who made the grade:
- Bausch Health
- Bausch+Lomb
- BioNTech
- Bristol-Myers Squibb
- Cipla
- Daiichi Sankyo
- Dr. Reddy’s
- Eisai
- Glenmark
- GSK
- Kobayashi Pharmaceutical
- Takeda
Commenting on Kroger's recognition, chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen said, "Our Fresh for Everyone promise reflects Kroger's commitment that customers can trust the quality, value and freshness of every item they purchase. The incredible trust placed in us is a testament to our outstanding associates and their dedication and passion for serving our customers and communities every day."