Immigrant entrepreneurs continue to shape our economy and play a critical role in the success and innovation of major corporations. In 2024, this trend is clearer than ever, with 46% of Fortune 500 companies being founded by immigrants or the children of immigrants.
This year marks the highest share the American Immigration Council has recorded since we began this project in 2011. As our report highlights, these “New American” companies have not only contributed significantly to the U.S. economy, but they have also created millions of jobs and sparked innovation across many U.S. industries.
In 2024, a total of 230 Fortune 500 companies were either founded by immigrants or their children. These New American companies include many household brand names like Apple, Amazon, Disney, and DoorDash. Collectively, New American companies generated $8.6 trillion in revenue in…
