ADM Honored as One of 2026’s World’s Most Ethical Companies for Seventh Consecutive Year

Event summary

  • ADM recognized as one of 2026’s World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere, marking its seventh consecutive year on the list.
  • Only 9 honorees in the food, beverage, and agriculture category out of 138 total honorees across 17 countries and 40 industries.
  • Ethisphere’s Ethics Quotient® assessment evaluates over 240 proof points on ethics and compliance practices.
  • ADM’s CEO Juan Luciano highlighted the company’s focus on transparency, accountability, and ethical culture.

The big picture

ADM’s repeated inclusion in Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies list underscores its commitment to ethical business practices, which is increasingly critical in an industry facing heightened scrutiny over sustainability and supply chain transparency. This recognition may bolster ADM’s reputation among investors and stakeholders, particularly as the company navigates the complexities of the global agricultural and bio-based solutions market.

What we're watching

Sustainability Leadership
How ADM’s sustained ethical recognition will influence its positioning in the bioeconomy and agricultural sector.
Regulatory Compliance
Whether ADM can maintain its ethical standards amid evolving global regulatory landscapes.
Competitive Differentiation
The pace at which ADM’s ethical practices translate into competitive advantages over peers in the industry.