Merck Makes Top 10 on Forbes' America's Best Employers List

Forbes' America's Best Employers list for 2026 has been released, and among the top-ranked companies is Merck & Co., a Kenilworth-based pharmaceutical firm. According to Forbes, Merck ranked number nine on the national list, which was compiled based on a survey of over 245,000 employees working for companies with at least 500 people in the United States.

The survey asked respondents how likely they were to recommend their employer, as well as their opinions on workplace criteria such as wages and benefits, management style, company reputation, flexibility, and career advancement opportunities. Merck & Co.'s high ranking is a testament to its commitment to providing a positive work environment for its employees.

As one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world, Merck & Co. employs over 30,000 people and has a revenue of $65.5 billion, with assets totaling $128.7 billion and profits reaching $8.9 billion.