The 50 Most Influential ranking has been published by Bloomberg Media since 2011, annually featuring 50 individuals or initiatives with "the ability to move markets or shape ideas and policies".
The 2020 ranking was published on December 7, 2020, with many individuals being noted for their contributions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
[9] The 2018 list featured other separated groups such as The Usual Suspects, for recurring appearing people, and also Ones to Watch, some of which nominated for 2018's ranking.
[10] The 2017 list featured a new categorization of individuals and eliminated the ranked positions.
It also added a sixth category compared with previous rankings, focused on technological innovation and venture capital.