Google was officially recognized as the first 100 billion dollar brand in the world, surpassing other world famous brands such as Microsoft, Coca Cola and McDonald’s. With its value of approximately $100.039 billion the number one search engine became 25 percent more valuable than the software giant Microsoft. The bronze went to Coca Cola.

Here is the list of The Top Ten Global Brands (brand value $M)

1. Google – 100,039

2. Microsoft – 76,249

3. Coca-Cola – 67,625

4. IBM – 66,622

5. McDonald’s – 66,575

6. Apple – 63,113

7. GE (General Electric) – 59,793

8. Marlboro – 49,460

9. Wal-Mart – 41,083

10. BlackBerry – 27,478