Kantar Group today released the 2026 BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands ranking and analysis report. The report indicates that the total value of the world's top 100 brands in 2026 reached $13.1 trillion, a year-on-year increase of 22%, signaling that brand growth is entering a new phase of acceleration.

A total of 13 Chinese brands made the list this year, an increase from last year's 12. Their average brand value grew by 32% year-on-year, significantly higher than the global average, continuing to demonstrate the innovative vitality and global competitiveness of Chinese brands.

In the banking sector, the brand value of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) surged by 49% year-on-year. With a brand value of $50.513 billion, it ranks 57th, moving up 15 places from last year. The brand value of Agricultural Bank of China (ABC) rose sharply by 54% year-on-year. With a brand value of $36.332 billion, it ranks 76th, climbing 17 places. China Construction Bank (CCB) returned to the top 100 list, ranking 85th with a brand value of $30.3 billion.

Within the insurance industry, PING AN maintained its position as the world's most valuable insurance brand, with a brand value exceeding $37.2 billion. Its brand value increased substantially by 41% year-on-year, placing it 71st on the global brand value ranking, up 13 spots from the previous year. CHINA LIFE returned to the top 100 list, ranking 87th with a brand value exceeding $29.7 billion.