Lifeway Foods ranked among top 100 fastest-growing companies by Fortune

Lifeway Foods, based in Morton Grove, Illinois, has been named to Fortune’s 2026 list of the 100 fastest-growing companies in the United States. The firm reached the 45th position based on metrics including revenue growth, profitability, and stock performance over the evaluation period.

The inclusion on the list highlights the company’s recent financial trajectory within the probiotic dairy sector. Lifeway, which specializes in kefir and other fermented products, has benefited from a consumer shift toward functional foods, allowing the company to scale its operations amidst a tightening competitive landscape.

This ranking serves as a benchmark for the company’s ability to generate shareholder value through its specific product niche. The company continues to prioritize market expansion as it works to maintain its growth metrics in the upcoming quarters.