Toast Named a 2026 World’s Most Admired Company by Fortune
January 21, 2026
BOSTON, MA — Toast (NYSE: TOST), the digital technology platform built for hospitality, today announced it has been named to the 2026 list of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune. This recognition reflects Toast’s standing as a leader in the "Consumer Credit Card and Related Services" category and its ongoing dedication to excellence across the hospitality and retail industry.
The World’s Most Admired Companies list is the definitive report card on corporate reputation. To determine the rankings, Fortune partners with Korn Ferry to survey executives, directors, and analysts, who rate enterprises within their own industry on nine criteria, ranging from investment value and quality of management to social responsibility and ability to attract talent.
“Being recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies is a testament to the passion our team brings to work every single day,” said Mike Gutner, Chief People Officer at Toast. “At Toast, we are committed to helping every employee thrive and forge their impact—benefiting our customers, communities, and company.”
This latest accolade joins a growing list of corporate honors for Toast. In the past year, Toast has been recognized as one of the PEOPLE Companies that Care® and as a top employer by Great Place to Work®in the U.S., Ireland, and India.
Toast continues to scale its impact globally, now powering approximately 156,000 locations* and expanding its reach into new retail and international markets. By combining a world-class corporate culture with a relentless focus on customer success, Toast remains the "right-hand partner" for the hospitality community.
To see the full list of Fortune’s 2026 World’s Most Admired Companies, visit Fortune.com.