TOP 100 | METHODOLOGY | EXECUTIVE PERSPECTIVES
A new ranking methodology
It's not easy to become a Top 100 Global Technology Leader. We analyze 28 factors across eight performance pillars to find out who truly sits at the top.
Our proprietary methodology goes beyond financials to capture a holistic view of what it takes to thrive.
This objective approach uses probabilistic programming techniques, drawing on both proven valuation strategy and unique data assets in a way that only Thomson Reuters can deliver.
Management & investor confidence
How well run is the company? How much confidence do investors have in it?
• Combined alpha model sector rank
• Credit combined sector rank
• Management score
• Shareholders score
Sources:
Thomson Reuters StarMine, I/B/E/S Estimates, Thomson Reuters ESG Index
Legal compliance
How litigious is the organization? Does the company live up to its contracts and regulatory obligations?
• Average litigation per year in areas of employment/labor, intellectual property, commercial law and contracts, civil rights, and unfair competition
• Product responsibility score
Sources:
Thomson Reuters Monitor Suite, Thomson Reuters ESG Index
Financial performance
How is the company performing financially? How profitable is it?
• Asset worth
• Free cash flow per employee
• Leverage
• Operating income margin
• Revenue growth (3 year)
• Return on invested capital
Sources:
Thomson Reuters Eikon, Thomson Reuters Fundamentals
Innovation
How innovative is the company?
• Average patent grants per year
• Patent grants per application ratio
• Research & development spend
• Innovation score
Sources:
Thomson Reuters Monitor Suite, Thomson Reuters ESG Index
Risk & resilience
How prepared is the company to withstand shocks and disruptions?
• Geopolitical risk
• Number of suppliers
• Number of customers
• Supply chain risk
Sources:
World-Check, Starmine, Thomson Reuters value chain analysis
People & social responsibility
How well does the company treat its employees and community?
• Community score
• Corporate social responsibility strategy score
• Human rights score
• Workforce score
Sources:
Thomson Reuters ESG Index
Reputation
How well is the company perceived by the public and other stakeholders?
• Overall news sentiment
• Controversies score
Sources:
Thomson Reuters News Analytics, Thomson Reuters ESG Index
Environmental impact
What is the company’s ability to reduce environmental impact?
• Emissions score
• Resource use score
Sources:
Thomson Reuters ESG Index