Grupo Bimbo Named Among the World’s Most Trustworthy Companies in 2026
Grupo Bimbo (BMBOY) ranked sixth globally in the Food & Beverage category of Newsweek and Statista’s World’s Most Trustworthy Companies 2026 ranking.
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Grupo Bimbo (BMBOY) ranked sixth globally in the Food & Beverage category of Newsweek and Statista’s World’s Most Trustworthy Companies 2026 ranking. It climbed 32 positions from 38th in 2025 and was the highest-ranked Mexican company in the sector.
The ranking covers 1,000 companies across 20 countries and 23 industries, assessing customer, investor and employee trust. Its methodology combined approximately 200,000 company evaluations from more than 65,000 survey participants with public sentiment analysis based on more than 320,000 online mentions. Survey results accounted for 80% of the final score, with public sentiment accounting for 20%. Eligible companies were publicly traded, had revenues exceeding US$500 million and were headquartered in a country covered by the study.
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- Ranked as the highest-positioned Mexican company in the Food & Beverage sector in the list compiled by Newsweek and Statista.
- The ranking recognizes 1,000 companies across 20 countries that stand out for earning the trust of their key stakeholders.
MEXICO CITY, Oct. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Grupo Bimbo, the world's leading baking company, has been recognized in the World’s Most Trustworthy Companies 2026 ranking, compiled by Newsweek and Statista. The company ranked sixth globally in the Food & Beverage category, climbing 32 positions compared to 2025, when it ranked 38th. This result also makes Grupo Bimbo the highest-ranked Mexican company within the sector.
In this edition, the ranking recognizes 1,000 companies from 20 countries for the trust they generate among their key stakeholders. The results are organized across 23 industries, including Food & Beverage, Consumer Goods, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Utilities, Retail, Financial Services, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, Media & Entertainment, and Real Estate.
For Grupo Bimbo, this achievement reflects the strong relationships it has built with consumers, associates, and investors, as well as the trust it inspires in the communities where it operates. It also recognizes a legacy founded on consistency, responsibility, and transparency.
This recognition adds to a track record supported by tangible environmental and social achievements. On the sustainability front, Grupo Bimbo has advanced regenerative agriculture practices across more than 500,000 hectares, achieved
On the social side, the company has developed more than 270 Good Neighbor projects, benefiting over 1.7 million people. Additionally, Grupo Bimbo continues to strengthen its portfolio with more nutritious options:
The Criteria Behind the International Recognition
The ranking evaluates trust in companies based on three core pillars:
- Customer trust
- Investor trust
- Employee trust
The methodology included the participation of more than 65,000 individuals across 20 countries, who completed approximately 200,000 company evaluations through an independent survey. The study was complemented by an analysis of public conversation based on more than 320,000 mentions collected from a variety of online information sources to assess public perception and sentiment toward companies. The final score combines
The list includes publicly traded companies with revenues exceeding US
For Grupo Bimbo, this recognition reflects a level of trust built consistently over more than 80 years of history. From its origins in Mexico to becoming a global company, Grupo Bimbo has maintained a long-term vision and a commitment to building lasting relationships with associates, consumers, investors, and communities. This trust is also the result of a people-centered culture that prioritizes well-being and continues to advance its Purpose of Nourishing a Better World.
About Grupo Bimbo
Grupo Bimbo is the leader and largest baking Company in the world and a relevant participant in snacks. It has a presence in 99 countries worldwide, operating directly in 39 and serving another 60 through strategic partnerships. Its operations span the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Africa, with 250 bakeries and snackeries, and more than 1,600 sales centers. With annual sales of over US
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Media contact:
Nina Negrin
Buchanan Public Relations
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