Lantmännen Ranks As One Of Sweden’s Most Meaningful Companies—for The Fourth Year In A Row
23 February 2026, Sweden: Each year, Lynxeye measures public perceptions of companies and which ones are seen as the most purpose-driven and future-relevant. Lynxeye motivates Lantmännen’s third-place ranking as follows:
“The importance of food security and local production grows and Lantmännen stands firm by making high-quality, sustainable food more accessible, and champions clarity and conviction by turning local farming into a unifying force for Sweden. Its “Farming of the Future” initiative proves that feeding the nation can go hand-in-hand with restoring the planet. We’re impressed by Lantmännen’s consistent purpose-led leadership year after year.” the Lynxeye Purpose Index 2026 report states.”
“That Lantmännen is once again named one of Sweden’s most meaningful companies shows that our long-term work together with our 17,000 owners—Swedish farmers—is both noticed and appreciated. Being seen as a credible and innovative company that makes a difference matters, because it enables us to continue leading the development of a thriving Swedish agriculture sector and a sustainable food production system,” says Magnus Kagevik, CEO and Group President at Lantmännen.
The study covers 700 companies and brands and is conducted across seven markets, with 15,000 respondents. In Sweden, Sweden’s 50 largest companies are listed and ranked.
“Being named one of Sweden’s most meaningful companies is both inspiring and significant. It strengthens us in our work to continue taking responsibility across the entire value chain, from field to fork, and it is a strong recognition of everyone at Lantmännen,” says Frida Tydén, SVP and Head of Communications and Marketing at Lantmännen.
Top 10 list – Sweden’s most meaningful companies 2026:
1. IKEA, 2. Apoteket, 3. Lantmännen, 4. ICA, 5. Spotify, 6. Volvo Cars, 7. AstraZeneca, 8. Systembolaget, 9. Folksam, 10. Länsförsäkringar.
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