India’s Top 500 Value Creators 2023

30 | India’s Top 500 Value Creators 2023 OVERVIEW OF INDIA’S TOP 500 VALUE CREATORS INDIA’S TOP 500 VALUE CREATORS: A GLIMPSE INTO THE 2023 PUBLICATION S ince 1997, Dun & Bradstreet, through its premier publication, “India’s Top 500 Companies”, has been tracking the performance of the leading companies of India Inc. and their critical role in transforming the Indian economy. The 23 rd edition of the publication endeavors to further enrich the legacy of D&B’s annual listing of ‘Top 500 companies’ by shifting the focus to ‘Value Creators.’ Today, against the backdrop of a disrupted global economy, the growth and sustainability strategies of companies across various sectors are shifting. The traditional predominant focus on f i nanc i a l growth has become insufficient, and companies are innovat ing and adapt ing to become resilient. Amid ever-evolving macroeconomic, workforce and societal dynamics, companies that are working towards improving business productivity, business resilience and business sustainability are emerging as value creators. With this context, Dun & Bradstreet has identified India Inc.’s Top 500 Value Creators i.e., companies that have a business focus that goes beyond financial growth, and is driven by long- term performance, adaptability, and commitment to sustainable practices. VALUE CREATORS’ CONTRIBUTION TO THE INDIAN ECONOMY Amid global headwinds, the Top 500 Value Creators have shown strong resi l ience and supported India’s position as one of the fastest growing economies of the world. Over the last five years, these companies have weathered disruptive events such Dun & Bradstreet