Apple has retained its position as the world's most valuable brand for the 13th consecutive year, with an estimated brand value of $470.9 billion.
The annual Interbrand report evaluates the world's top 100 companies based on financial performance, brand strength, and competitiveness, with the combined brand value rising 4.4% year over year to $3.6 trillion.
Apple's valuation represents a 4% decline from last year, yet still places it ahead of second-place Microsoft, which grew 10% to $388.5 billion.
Apple first entered Interbrand's top 25 in 2008 and reached the number one position by 2013.
Author's summary: Apple leads as the world's most valuable brand.