America's Most Admired Companies 2008

10 Most Admired for innovation

For the third straight year, Apple is the most admired company for innovation. Which other innovators made the top 10?

By Cait Murphy

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Fortune Brands

Innovation rank: 7

Industry rank in Household Products: 1

This relatively small company ($8.6 billion in revenues) punches above its weight, with No. 1 or No. 2 positions in most of its brands, which include Jim Beam, MasterLock, and Titleist.

See how Fortune Brands rates in 8 key areas

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Last updated March 04 2008: 10:49 AM ET

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