Global 500 Ranking 401-500
The annual Global 500 list ranks the world’s largest corporations by their annual revenue. This year’s edition ranks the top 500 corporations from around the world based on their total revenues for the fiscal year 2008. An analysis of the list reveals that some of the largest companies come from the United States, while other countries such as China, Japan and Germany also have a representable presence on the list.
Ranking No. 401
The 401st spot on the 2008 Global 500 list is held by American International Group, Inc., commonly known as AIG. The company was founded in 1919 and provides intensive insurance, retirement services and financial services in more than 100 countries across the globe. The company also recently made negative headlines due to its very public bailout by the U.S. government due to the global financial crisis. AIG’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $115.03 billion.
Ranking No. 402
China Mobile Limited is the 402nd highest ranked company on the 2008 Global 500 list. The company is one of the largest cellular phone operators in the world and is headquartered in Hong Kong. The company offers a wide variety of cellular services to its customers, including voice and messaging services, data services, and multimedia services. China Mobile Limited’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $113.47 billion.
Ranking No. 403
At number 403 on the 2008 Global 500 list is Honda Motor Co., Ltd., based in Japan. The company is one of the largest automobile manufacturers in the world and also produces motorcycles, engines, and power products. Honda was founded in 1948 and produces vehicles for a wide variety of markets. Honda’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $106.91 billion.
Ranking No. 404
Lockheed Martin Corporation is the 404th highest ranked company on the 2008 Global 500 list. The company was founded in 1995 and is a world leader in aeronautics and technology, providing advanced products, services, and solutions to customers around the world. Lockheed Martin’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $45.14 billion.
Ranking No. 405
Number 405 on the 2008 Global 500 list is GDF Suez, based in France. The company was founded in 2008 and is a leading provider of energy and services in Europe, supplying gas and electricity, distribution systems and services, and energy related services to its customers. GDF Suez’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $86.95 billion.
Ranking No. 406
The 406th spot on the 2008 Global 500 list is held by Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation, based in Japan. The company is one of the largest telecommunications companies in the world and provides a wide variety of telecommunications services and products, including phone services and data networking. Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $77.50 billion.
Ranking No. 407
The 407th highest ranked company on the 2008 Global 500 list is China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation, commonly known as Sinopec. The company was founded in 1998 and is one of the largest oil and petrochemical companies in the world, providing petrochemical, fuel and power products and services to customers around the world. Sinopec’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $75.45 billion.
Ranking No. 408
Aviva plc is the 408th highest ranked company on the 2008 Global 500 list. The company was founded in 2000 and is engaged in providing life insurance, investments, and savings to customers in Europe, the United States and other countries. Aviva’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $63.358 billion.
Ranking No. 409
Rank number 409 belongs to Toshiba Corporation, based in Japan. The company was founded in 1875 and is one of the largest electronics companies in the world. Toshiba manufactures a wide variety of products, including computer and office equipment, consumer electronic devices, and home appliances. Toshiba’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $62.76 billion.
Ranking No. 410
Tata Motors is the 410th highest ranked company on the 2008 Global 500 list. The company was founded in 1945 and is one of the largest automobile manufacturers in India. Tata Motors produces a variety of vehicles, including passenger cars, trucks, buses and defense vehicles, and also exports its vehicles to over 75 countries around the world. Tata Motors’ 2008 fiscal year revenue was $60.29 billion.
Ranking No. 411
At number 411 on the 2008 Global 500 list is Assicurazioni Generali, based in Italy. The company was founded in 1831 and is one of the largest insurance companies in Europe, with operations in more than 90 countries around the world. Assicurazioni Generali’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $59.82 billion.
Ranking No. 412
Banco Santander SA is the 412th highest ranked company on the 2008 Global 500 list. The company was founded in 1857 and is one of the largest banking groups in the world, operating in more than 40 countries. The bank provides retail and commercial banking services, as well as asset and wealth management services, to customers around the world. Banco Santander’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $59.41 billion.
Ranking No. 413
Japan Post Holdings Co., Ltd. is the 413th highest ranked company on the 2008 Global 500 list. The company was founded in 2006 and is the largest postal company in Japan. Japan Post Holdings provides postal, banking, and insurance services to its customers, as well as logistics, international freight forwarding and packing services. Japan Post Holdings Co., Ltd.’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $58.39 billion.
Ranking No. 414
The 414th spot on the 2008 Global 500 list is held by Royal Dutch Shell, based in the Netherlands. The company was founded in 1907 and is one of the world’s largest oil and gas companies, with operations in more than 100 countries around the globe. Royal Dutch Shell’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $55.13 billion.
Ranking No. 415
Toyota Tsusho Corporation is the 415th highest ranked company on the 2008 Global 500 list. The company was founded in 1948 and is one of the largest non-bank financial companies in Japan. Toyota Tsusho provides trading and investment services, as well as financial services, to its customers. Toyota Tsusho Corporation’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $52.00 billion.
Ranking No. 416
Korea Electric Power Corporation is the 416th highest ranked company on the 2008 Global 500 list. The company was founded in 1961 and is the largest electric utility in South Korea. The company provides a wide variety of electric services to its customers, including power generation, transmission and distribution, as well as engineering and construction services. Korea Electric Power Corporation’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $51.56 billion.
Ranking No. 417
Bank of China is the 417th highest ranked company on the 2008 Global 500 list. The company was founded in 1912 and is one of the four major state-owned banks in China. The bank provides a wide variety of banking services, including retail banking, corporate banking, foreign exchange services and asset and wealth management services. Bank of China’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $50.23 billion.
Ranking No. 418
Number 418 on the 2008 Global 500 list is Ashtead Group plc, based in the United Kingdom. The company was founded in 1903 and is one of the leading equipment rental companies in the world, providing a wide variety of equipment and tools to customers in the construction, industrial and the professional and consumer markets. Ashtead Group plc’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $49.45 billion.
Ranking No. 419
The 419th spot on the 2008 Global 500 list is held by Chevron Corporation, based in the United States. The company was founded in 1879 and is one of the largest integrated energy companies in the world. Chevron is engaged in the exploration, production, and refining of oil, natural gas, and other energy products. Chevron Corporation’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $48.06 billion.
Ranking No. 420
At number 420 on the 2008 Global 500 list is Total SA, based in France. The company was founded in 1924 and is one of the largest integrated oil and gas companies in the world. Total is engaged in exploration and production activities around the world, and also provides a variety of products and services related to oil and gas. Total SA’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $47.09 billion.
Ranking No. 421
The 421st highest ranked company on the 2008 Global 500 list is Mizuho Financial Group, Inc., based in Japan. The company was founded in 2003 and is one of the largest financial services companies in the world, providing banking and other financial services to customers in both Japan and around the world. Mizuho Financial Group’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $46.85 billion.
Ranking No. 422
Number 422 on the 2008 Global 500 list is UniCredit Group, based in Italy. The company was founded in 1998 and is a large European banking and financial services company, with operations in more than 50 countries across the globe. UniCredit Group provides a wide variety of banking and financial services to its customers, including retail banking, corporate banking, investment banking and wealth management. UniCredit Group’s 2008 fiscal year revenue was $46.47 billion.
Ranking No. 423
Ranking No. 423 belongs to American Express Company, based in the United States. The
