Market capitalization is important for a company's success, and these 16 notable businesses have adequately ensured longevity. If you didn’t know, market capitalization – or market value – is based on the total value of a company’s stocks. According to businessinsider.com, “it’s what it would cost you to buy all of a company's outstanding shares at the current share price.” If stocks and finance interest you or you’re educating yourself on what makes a business run smoothly, keep reading to learn about the largest companies based on their market value. Data is taken from statista.com.