24 Dallas-Fort Worth companies named in Fortune 500, reaffirming Texas’s position as a leading business hub.
The Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex continues to assert its presence as a significant hub for major corporations, as evidenced by its inclusion of 24 companies on the prestigious Fortune 500 list for 2026, released recently. This figure marks an increase from last year’s count of 21, underscoring the region’s growing economic importance.
The rise in corporate representation within D-FW has notably contributed to Texas reclaiming its title from California as the state with the highest number of Fortune 500 companies, with a total of 57 in 2026, a slight increase from 54 the previous year. This competitive edge places Texas just one company ahead of California, which boasts 56 firms on the list.
Leaders in the state, such as Governor Greg Abbott, express confidence in Texas’s business environment, describing it as welcoming, predictable, and supported by a skilled workforce. These factors continue to attract businesses from across the country, further enhancing Texas’s allure for corporate establishments.
Notably, four firms contributed to Texas’s increase this year, three of which are based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Among them, Keurig Dr Pepper, ranked No. 268, recently announced plans to separate into two distinct companies, one focused on beverages and another on global coffee, with corporate headquarters in Frisco, Texas. This reorganization has already had a positive impact on its standing, allowing the company to climb 16 spots in the rankings.
Somnigroup International, a mattress manufacturer that moved its headquarters to Dallas last year, achieved remarkable growth, climbing 178 positions in the rankings due to a staggering 51.6% revenue increase. This growth illustrates the dynamic progress being made by emerging companies in the region.
While the D-FW area celebrates its new entries to the Fortune 500, it is important to note that two-thirds of local companies saw declines in their rankings, though only nine reported revenue losses. The engineering consulting firm Jacobs Solutions experienced a significant downturn, reporting a 29.1% drop in revenue, resulting in a loss of 124 places in the rankings.
Other prominent companies within D-FW include CBRE Group at No. 118, D.R. Horton at No. 134, Southwest Airlines at No. 163, Charles Schwab at No. 165, and HF Sinclair at No. 171. The only Texas companies to exit the Fortune 500 this year were Houston-based Par Pacific Holdings and Rush Enterprises from New Braunfels.
Overall, Houston maintains its status as the Texas city with the most Fortune 500 companies, accounting for 25 firms, while 27 are included when factoring in neighboring communities. The trends observed in Texas’s corporate landscape illustrate a robust business climate that continues to adapt and grow in an evolving economic environment.
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