# Fortune 500 Infographics The Sortable Apple by the Numbers Chart Shows Exponential Growth By Jennifer Gosnell | Published 2012-05-13 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sortables-apple-by-the-numbers References: [sortable](http://sortable.com/blog/apple-by-the-numbers/) & [todaysiphone](http://www.todaysiphone.com/2012/05/apple-by-the-numbers-infographic/) The Sortable Apple by the Numbers infographic shows the remarkable journey of Apple as a [Fortune](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ambistack-integration) 500 company throughout the years. With displays indicating it has the GDP of New Zealand, the takeover of the iPad and iPhone and the ability to buy [Twitter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/createmybanner-1), RIM, Netflix and more, the infographic shows how Apple has truly made it as a company that is here to stay and conquer all. With stocks rising with the release of every new and hot Apple product, Apple has outsmarted and outshone every prediction that's ever been made, including those of [Wall Street](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windooh) executives. With sales increasing 150% in the last year alone, Apple is the leading retailer of app downloads and the tablet industry. As a dominant retailer and industry leader, Apple has more than proven that they are a force to be reckoned with and this infographic is just the latest to confirm this ever-apparent fact. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Exponential Growth in Tech:** The Apple by the Numbers infographic showcases the exponential growth of Apple as a Fortune 500 company, highlighting potential disruptive innovation opportunities in the tech industry. - **Rampant Mergers and Acquisitions:** The infographic reveals Apple's ability to acquire companies like Twitter, RIM, and Netflix, indicating disruptive innovation opportunities in the media and entertainment industry. - **Dominance of App Downloads:** With Apple being the leading retailer of app downloads, the infographic illustrates the potential for disruptive innovation in the mobile app industry. ### Where This Applies - **Tech:** Apple's exponential growth and dominance in the tech industry present opportunities for disruptive innovation. - **Media and Entertainment:** Apple's acquisition potential showcased in the infographic reveals opportunities for disruptive innovation in the media and entertainment industry. - **Mobile App:** The infographic highlights Apple's dominance in app downloads, indicating potential for disruptive innovation in the mobile app industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Auction-Inspired Technology Commercials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-data-auction-commercial.md) - [Short Film-Inspired Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-underdogs.md) - [Prideful Modernist Tech Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-2025-pride-collection.md) - [Sculpted Tech Brand Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-icar-concept.md) - [App Strategy Insights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screensdesign.md) - [AI Infographic Creation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charts-not-chapters.md) - [Tech Brand Sedan Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-ava-concept.md) - [Apple-Infused Skincare Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-infused-skincare.md) - [High-End Mobile Gamer Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-handheld-game-console.md)