Samsung Electronics has been named the top global brand for 2025 by YouGov, a leading international market research and data analytics group. This marks the second consecutive time that Samsung has taken the top spot, having also been ranked first in 2022. YouGov did not conduct the survey in 2023 or 2024.

Samsung's ascent to the top of the rankings has been a steady climb. The company first appeared in the top 10 in 2015, and after several years of moving between third and fourth place, it finally reached the top in 2022.

YouGov's Best Global Brands ranking is based on over 1 million consumer surveys across 28 markets. Respondents are asked to rate thousands of brands on a variety of metrics, including impression, quality, value, customer satisfaction, reputation, and recommendation.

In announcing this year's top 10 brands, YouGov highlighted the importance of understanding consumer perceptions of brands in today's dynamic market. "Brands are more important than ever, and in today's dynamic market, where consumer sentiment can make or break a company's success, understanding consumer perceptions of brands is essential," said a YouGov spokesperson.

The top 10 brands for 2025 are:

Samsung Electronics
YouTube
WhatsApp
Google
Adidas
Nike
Colgate
Netflix
Toyota
IKEA
Samsung Electronics and Toyota are the only two Asian companies to make the top 10.

This latest recognition from YouGov is further evidence of Samsung's growing brand power. Last year, the company's brand value surpassed $100 billion for the first time, according to Interbrand's "Global 100 Best Brands" report.

Samsung's strong brand performance is due in part to its ongoing efforts to innovate and improve its products and services. The company has been praised for its advancements in AI technology, its focus on creating connected experiences for customers, and its commitment to sustainability.