Indian IT superking Infosys Technologies Limited figures in the newly launched Global Dow index of 150 leading bluechip stocks. A statement released by the Infosys on Wednesday (November 19), said that the company has been selected as an original component member of the Global Dow, a new worldwide stock index launched by the global publishing firm Dow Jones.

The index represents publicly traded securities in markets open to foreign investment. The selection is based on size, reputation and future prospects. The index covers companies from the developed and emerging economies.

Infosys chief executive S. Gopalakrishnan said that Infosys was honored to be a member of the Global Dow. To be amongst global corporations in a competitive environment demonstrates the importance of emerging economies such as India. The selection reiterates its leadership, success and also recognizes the potential, the company has.