12 largest companies in the world

The whole history of mankind is very closely connected with the production created by him. Since ancient times, people performed certain types of work, for example, they themselves produced goods and sold them, as well as provided various services. When creating a company, its leader plans its further prosperity, expansion and development of its field of work. Now large companies are the main link in a market economy. There are a lot of them and their field of activity is also diverse. Given all the characteristics of the company, we will find out which of them are the largest.

General Motors - United States

Very powerful car manufacturer. General Motors production is stably carried out in 35 countries. The company takes 3rd place worldwide in sales, second to Volkswagen and Toyota. Recently, General Motors has been attracting most representatives of the automotive mid-sized business in Russia for fruitful cooperation.

AXA Group - France

This company is a group of investment and insurance companies that are united by one name. A very large company is quite important in the global economy. The company office is located in Paris. The beginning of activity started under the name “Mutuelle de L’assurance contre L’incendie” in 1816, but later rebranded. In the 2000s, active expansion began in America and Asia.

Daimler - Germany

Daimler is one of the oldest enterprises in Europe, a well-known transnational automobile concern, founded in 1886. The headquarters of the company is located in the German city of Stuttgart. According to archival information, in 2014 the concern sold 2.5 million cars. The concern's shares are distributed among Eastern, European and American shareholders.

Exor Group - Italy

The Italian company in the investment market has been operating for more than a hundred years. The company’s capital of 13 billion dollars belongs to the Agnelli family. The company actively contributes its capital to leading companies in the world. In Italy, the Exor Group owns part of the shares of the Fiat automobile concern, as well as the famous Juventus football club.

Samsung - South Korea

The constant competitor of the well-known Apple company for the production of smartphones. The company began its activities in 1938. Samsung specializes in the production of telecommunications equipment, video, audio devices, high-tech equipment and household appliances. Almost 70% of sales come from the electronics industry.

Chevron - United States

The American energy company, despite the crisis, is actively retaining the leading position in the ranking of the leading companies in the world. The company was founded back in 1879. Thanks to the takeover of small firms, it has become a leader in the United States. With successful marketing and aggressive protectionist policies, Chevron is a clear leader in the energy industry.

Total - France

Total is an oil and gas company founded in 1934. By absorbing small companies, the country's energy leader began to expand its sphere of influence, and at the same time increase its capital. The company operates in 11 countries. Since 1999, the company has been working on oil fields in Russia.

McKesson - United States

The well-known world leader in pharmaceutical production and the largest distributor of drugs was established 185 years ago. McKesson annually generates approximately $ 1.5 billion in revenue. Pharmacy chains are located in all major cities of Western Europe and Australia. The main office of the dealer and manufacturer is located in San Francisco.

Glencore International AG - Switzerland

Swiss trading company Glencore International AG is a world leader in the supply of raw materials and rare earth materials.Despite the fact that the company has existed for only 40 years, it has been able to show good results and gain global trust in the supply of metal, agricultural products, petroleum products, automotive and food products. According to this year, the number of firms is 110,378 people. The company's shares are listed on stock exchanges around the world. This allows you to strengthen your position in the market.

Berkshire Hathaway - United States

Berkshire Hathaway is a holding company headquartered in Omaha, which is managed by the talented financier Warren Buffet. Every year, the investment company only increases turnover, constantly expanding the scope of interests. As it became clear, the main activity of the famous company Berkshire Hathaway specializes in investment, reinsurance and insurance. The company is an employer for 318 thousand people.

Royal Dutch Shell - United Kingdom

In order to compete with the American company Standard Oil, in 1970 the merger of the two companies established the large oil and gas company Royal Dutch Shell. Currently, the most popular and recognizable brand in the production of petroleum products occupies a leading position around the world, especially in terms of revenue for the year. The company is actively involved in charity work. About $ 60 million is allocated each year to support schools and medicine in Nigeria. In Europe, the company contributes to the development of solar power plants.

Exxon Mobil - United States

In terms of market capital, America's oil company Exxon Mobil has long remained the largest in the world. The company was founded in 1999 as a result of the merger of the two companies. The corporation with great success in all regions of the world carries out oil production and exploration.

According to statistics, the largest companies receive about 27.6 trillion. dollars for a year of work. In addition to the economic role in the development of mankind, these are also employers. The companies employ millions of people in 33 leading countries. Many firms invest in the development of economically weak regions and the successful implementation of social programs.