Measuring fast growing companies: Example Fortune's

FORTUNE's annual 100 Fastest-Growing Companies ranks American businesses, that have been publicly traded for at least three years, and have revenue and market capitalization of at least $50 million. Ranking based on growth in revenues, EPS, & total stock market return. FORTUNE Small Business' 100 Fastest-Growing Small Companies ranks publicly traded companies that have been in business at least three years and have $200 million or less in revenues. Ranking based on: earnings growth, revenue growth, and total stock return. FORTUNE’s 100 Fastest-Growing Technology Companies ranks firms that have been publicly traded for at least three years, have annual revenue in excess of $50 million, and positive cash flow over the most recently reported 12 months. The B2 100 is compiled using a rigorous combination of four financial criteria: growth in revenue, profit, and operating cash flow during the past three years, and the 12-month stock market return. for more information visit: http://www.fortune.com/fortune/