Fortune 500 rank: 304
2009 revenue: $7.5 billion
2009 total shareholder return: 285.6%
Western Digital has been a star in the hard drive industry, solidifying its position as the No. 2 player behind Seagate.
Rebounding sales in the PC and consumer electronics markets should continue to boost demand for its products. And a more stable pricing environment may smooth out returns.
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