According to reports from Mint, Brand Finance has named Amul as the world's strongest dairy brand after its brand valuation rose 22% to $5 billion in a year. The brand achieved a Brand Strength Index (BSI) score of 93/100 and a brand index rating of AAA+, positioning it as the fourth strongest dairy brand globally and 13th in the Food 100 rankings. This recognition comes as part of Brand Finance's Food & Drinks 2026 report, highlighting Amul's strong market position in the international dairy sector.
As reported by Mint, other Indian food and dairy brands demonstrated robust growth in the rankings. Mother Dairy rose to the 60th position in the Food 100 list while its brand value jumped 22% to $1.4 billion. The company's BSI score improved from 70.6/100 in 2025 to 72.8/100 in 2026, maintaining its AA brand strength rating. Britannia ranked 63rd in the Food 100 list, with its brand value increasing 17% to $1.3 billion and holding an AAA- brand strength rating. Karnataka-based Nandini joined the Food 10 ranking with its brand value reaching $1.1 billion, showing 4% growth and ranking 71st in the Food 100 list.
According to Mint, among global brands, Nestle continues to remain the most valuable food brand worldwide, with its brand value jumping 23% to $24.6 billion. Coca-Cola maintains its position as the world's most valuable non-alcoholic drinks brand, though its brand value declined 1% to $46.1 billion. Yilli, Asia's largest dairy company based in China, continues as the most valuable non-alcoholic dairy brand with brand value increasing 29% to $14.5 billion. Notably, Nongfy Springs has overtaken Coca-Cola as the world's strongest non-alcoholic drinks brand, while Sadia has ranked as the strongest food brand globally.
As reported by Mint, the report reveals that growth across the world is being led by health-led positioning, innovation, and portfolio diversification. Among the world's top 10 brands, Tyson recorded the steepest decline in brand value, with rising cattle costs and supply shortages in its core beef business contributing to the decline. Tyson ranked as the fifth most valuable food brand, going down one place from its 2025 ranking, with its brand strength dropping from 80.9/10 to 71.5/100.
