AQR Capital Management

Greenwich, USA

AQR Capital Management is a global investment management firm that combines innovative research with technology to manage investment portfolios.

CCI Score

-8.25

0.02% May 3

Latest Event

AQR Capital Management Political Donation to Dan Crenshaw Victory Committee, 2024

AQR Capital Management, a global investment management firm, donated $100,000 to Dan Crenshaw Victory Cmte during the 2024 election cycle. This contribution highlights the firm's direct involvement in political financing, an action that from an anti-fascist perspective may bolster conservative political forces that could align with authoritarian tendencies.

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COLLABORATOR

AQR Capital Management is currently rated as a Collaborator.

-5 to -9 CCI Score

In this category, companies align with authoritarian practices mainly to avoid trouble or regulatory conflict. Their compliance is driven by self-preservation, resulting in minimal resistance even as they participate in oppressive systems.

Latest Events

JAN

01

2024

AQR Capital Management Political Donation to Dan Crenshaw Victory Committee, 2024
-34.99

AQR Capital Management, a global investment management firm, donated $100,000 to Dan Crenshaw Victory Cmte during the 2024 election cycle. This contribution highlights the firm's direct involvement in political financing, an action that from an anti-fascist perspective may bolster conservative political forces that could align with authoritarian tendencies.
-40

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 22

The $100K donation by AQR Capital Management to Dan Crenshaw Victory Cmte represents a significant financial contribution to a political campaign. From a left-leaning anti-fascist perspective, such a contribution is concerning because it supports political actors whose platforms may ultimately reinforce authoritarian policies and undermine democratic accountability.

Dan Crenshaw Victory Cmte Top Donors, 2024
SEP

13

2012

Publication of Updated Code of Ethics by AQR Capital Management
18.49

AQR Capital Management released its comprehensive Code of Ethics and Compliance Manual, which outlines strict guidelines on political contributions, internal compliance and ethical business practices to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure adherence to high legal and ethical standards.
+70

Public and Political Behavior

March 22

The Code of Ethics demonstrates AQR's commitment to high ethical standards in political behavior by requiring pre-clearance for political contributions. This robust internal control mechanism minimizes potential conflicts of interest and limits undue political influence, reflecting positively on the company's public and political behavior.

Code of Ethics for AQR Capital Management, LLC
+60

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 22

By publishing a detailed Code of Ethics, AQR Capital Management reinforces its commitment to sound business practices and ethical responsibility. The guidelines ensure that employees adhere to legal and ethical frameworks, reducing risks of improper practices that could indirectly support authoritarian practices.

Code of Ethics for AQR Capital Management, LLC