The Asia300 is Nikkei's exclusive list of the biggest and fastest-growing companies from 11 economies across the continent. Our picks are based on market capitalization, with consideration also given to growth potential and geographic balance to bring into sharper relief ASEAN economies in particular. We draw on Nikkei's unrivaled network of bureaus across Asia and its 140 years of experience to bring you the untold stories of the region's up-and-coming companies. Covering everything from Indian computer services companies to Indonesian property developers, the Asia300 offers you a glimpse of the players that aspire to be dominant forces in the 21st century - the emerging multinationals poised to challenge the established Western brands.