Taylor Morrison Named One of Fortune's 2026 World's Most Admired Companies

America's Most Trusted Home Builder Ranked No. 2 in Homebuilder Industry

Feb. 3, 2026 at 5:31am

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Taylor Morrison, America's Most Trusted Home Builder, has been named by Fortune as one of the World's Most Admired Companies for the third time, ranking No. 2 among top homebuilders. The company was recognized for its social responsibility, quality of management, quality of products/services, and innovation.

Why it matters

This recognition from Fortune highlights Taylor Morrison's reputation as an industry leader, known for its commitment to innovation, customer experience, and sustainable operations. Being named one of the World's Most Admired Companies is a significant achievement that reflects the company's strong brand and positive perception among executives, directors, and analysts across the homebuilding industry.

The details

Taylor Morrison, a leading homebuilder and developer based in Scottsdale, Arizona, was included on Fortune's 2026 World's Most Admired Companies list. This marks the third time the company has earned this distinction, having previously been named to the list in 2019 and 2020. To determine the World's Most Admired Companies, Fortune collaborated with Korn Ferry to survey more than 3,000 executives, directors and analysts on criteria such as investment value, people management, financial soundness, social responsibility, and global competitiveness.

  • Taylor Morrison was previously named to Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies list in 2019 and 2020.
  • The 2026 list was released on February 3, 2026.

The players

Taylor Morrison

A leading homebuilder and developer based in Scottsdale, Arizona, and America's Most Trusted Home Builder since 2016.

Sheryl Palmer

Taylor Morrison's Chairman and CEO.

Alyson Shontell

Fortune's Editor in Chief and Chief Content Officer.

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What they’re saying

“Earning a spot back on Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies list is meaningful, especially because it reflects the respect of executives and analysts across our industry who understand what it takes to build lasting credibility.”

— Sheryl Palmer, Taylor Morrison Chairman and CEO

“Fortune is proud to celebrate the companies on this year's World's Most Admired Companies list; they have set the bar for real innovation, resilient leadership, and global impact.”

— Alyson Shontell, Fortune's Editor in Chief and Chief Content Officer

The takeaway

Taylor Morrison's inclusion on Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies list for the third time underscores its reputation as an industry leader known for innovation, customer experience, and sustainable operations. This recognition reflects the company's strong brand and positive perception among key stakeholders in the homebuilding industry.