Amman, June 30 (Petra) -- Arab Bank has consolidated its position as one of the leading financial institutions in the region, featuring as the only Jordanian company included in the "Forbes Global 2000" list for 2026. The prestigious annual ranking evaluates the world's largest public corporations based on four core metrics: assets, profits, sales, and market value.

Arab Bank ranked 30th among Arab corporations listed on the global index, boasting a market capitalization of $4.3 billion. The inclusion underscores the bank's strong regional and international presence, reflecting its structural financial soundness and sustainable operational performance.

The 2026 edition of the list saw the number of Arab companies rise to 50, representing nine countries across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This marks a 25 percent increase over six years compared to the 40 Arab companies listed in 2020, signaling the growing footprint of Arab enterprises in major global economic rankings.

The banking and financial services sector continued to dominate the Arab entries, accounting for 32 out of the 50 companies, or 64 percent of the total regional representation. The telecommunications sector followed in second place with six companies, while the public utilities sector ranked third with three corporations, highlighting the pivotal role financial institutions play in supporting regional economies and boosting their global competitiveness.

On a country level, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia led the regional rankings with 17 companies, spearheaded by Saudi Aramco, which secured the 5th position globally. Meanwhile, Arab Bank maintained its unique standing, achieving a milestone that underscores the strength of the Jordanian banking sector and its capacity to compete alongside the world's largest publicly traded corporations.

//Petra// AF