Novartis ranks #19 in TIME and Statista’s World’s Best Companies 2026

Novartis has earned a spot among the world’s top performers, ranking #19 in TIME and Statista’s World’s Best Companies 2026 – a significant rise from #114 last year. The recognition reflects progress across three critical areas: business performance, workplace experience, and sustainability.

Oct 21, 2026

What’s behind the ranking

TIME and Statista’s annual list evaluates more than 1 000 organizations through a methodology that looks beyond financials. Companies are assessed equally across three dimensions:

  • Employee satisfaction – based on independent global surveys and peer recommendations.
  • Revenue growth – Measured using audited multi-year performance.
  • Sustainability transparency – Assessed through ESG reporting standards, governance and performance.

This holistic approach creates an independent measure of organizational strength and long-term value creation.

What it means for Novartis

Moving from #114 to #19 signals the impact of bold changes underway – strengthening business results, building a more engaging culture, and deepening our commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices.

Behind this progress are more than 70 000 Novartis associates worldwide- scientists, manufacturing teams, digital experts – working to tackle the toughest challenges in healthcare and deliver breakthroughs that redefine the future of medicine. 

Looking ahead

While rankings aren’t the destination, this recognition reinforces that we are on the right path: creating value for patients, employees, investors, and society – today and for generations to come.