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Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc.

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Buenos Aires, Argentina

NYSE: ARCO 

Arcos Dorados is the largest fast-food chain in Latin America and serves as the exclusive master franchisee for McDonald’s in the region, operating a vast network of restaurants across Latin America and the Caribbean.

CCI Score

CCI Score: Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc.

44.80

-0.02%

Latest Event

Arcos Dorados Sustainability-Linked Financing Framework

Arcos Dorados has unveiled a comprehensive sustainability-linked financing framework that ties financial incentives to robust environmental performance, including significant commitments to sustainable sourcing, deforestation-free procurement, and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The framework highlights clear sustainability targets and transparent reporting, indicating a strong commitment to responsible supply chain practices.

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Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc. is currently rated as a Dissenter.

+25 to +44 CCI Score
These companies are vocal in their opposition to authoritarian regimes. They publicly criticize oppressive policies and engage in advocacy efforts to promote accountability and transparency, even if their actions aren’t as extensive as those of Moral Leaders.

Latest Events

  • Arcos Dorados Sustainability-Linked Financing Framework Logo
    OCT
    31
    2023

    Arcos Dorados has unveiled a comprehensive sustainability-linked financing framework that ties financial incentives to robust environmental performance, including significant commitments to sustainable sourcing, deforestation-free procurement, and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The framework highlights clear sustainability targets and transparent reporting, indicating a strong commitment to responsible supply chain practices.

  • +80

    Supply Chain Ethics

    March 19

    The document details strong measures in sustainability-linked financing focusing on supply chain ethics. Arcos Dorados’ clear KPIs for reducing absolute and intensity greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation-free sourcing, and robust monitoring mechanisms demonstrate ethical business practices that reduce environmental harm. This proactive approach in managing supply chain risks and aligning financial instruments with sustainability targets is a positive signal from an anti-fascist, socially responsible perspective.

    Arcos Dorados Sustainability-Linked Financing Framework

  • Positive Labor and Supply Chain Practices at Arcos Dorados Logo
    SEP
    01
    2023

    Arcos Dorados demonstrates a public commitment to ethical business conduct with robust labor policies, comprehensive social workplace audits, and transparent grievance mechanisms, reinforcing its dedication to respecting human rights and promoting decent work across its operations and supply chain.

  • +75

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    March 19

    Arcos Dorados has communicated clear policies to ensure the health and safety of its workers. The provision of transparent workforce data and a well-established grievance mechanism signal its commitment to upholding labor rights and human standards, which is critical in an environment facing rising authoritarian influences.

    Food and Agriculture Benchmark

  • +70

    Supply Chain Ethics

    March 19

    The company carries out Social Workplace Accountability audits that extend to its suppliers in food, packaging, distribution, and marketing. This proactive auditing and transparency help ensure ethical supply chain practices, reducing the risk of complicity in human rights abuses.

    Food and Agriculture Benchmark

  • Arcos Dorados Issues a Sustainability-Linked Bond Logo
    MAY
    04
    2022

    Arcos Dorados issued its first sustainability-linked bond tied to specific greenhouse gas emission reduction targets and supply chain engagement, reflecting a commitment to environmental and social responsibility.

  • +80

    Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

    October 14

    Arcos Dorados demonstrated strong ethical responsibility by linking its financing strategy to clear sustainability targets, including reducing GHG emissions in its operations and supply chain. This proactive measure supports environmental stewardship and reflects a commitment to corporate transparency and social responsibility, indirectly countering structures that might enable authoritarian practices.

    Arcos Dorados Issues a Sustainability-Linked Bond

  • +60

    Economic and Structural Influence

    October 14

    The issuance of the sustainability-linked bond represents a deliberate allocation of financial resources towards sustainable projects. By tying its financing to environmental performance, Arcos Dorados is reducing its dependency on traditional financing channels that can sometimes be co-opted for authoritarian purposes, promoting economic reform and structural accountability.

    Arcos Dorados Issues a Sustainability-Linked Bond

  • Arcos Dorados 2020 Social Impact and Sustainable Development Report: Positive ESG Practices Logo
    JUN
    07
    2021

    The report details Arcos Dorados' comprehensive efforts in improving labor relations through extensive employee training, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and community support as well as robust supply chain ethics ensuring sustainable sourcing and ethical standards. These efforts highlight the company's positive impact on social and environmental dimensions.

  • +85

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    March 19

    Arcos Dorados demonstrates a strong commitment to labor relations and human rights through comprehensive employee training, diversity and inclusion programs, safe workplace initiatives, and community empowerment. These actions promote fair labor practices beneficial to overall societal wellbeing.

    Social Impact and Sustainable Development Report 2020

  • +90

    Supply Chain Ethics

    March 19

    The report outlines robust supply chain ethics with a focus on sustainable sourcing, animal welfare, and rigorous third‐party certification. These initiatives portray high ethical standards in supplier management and a commitment to reducing environmental impacts.

    Social Impact and Sustainable Development Report 2020

  • Accusations Over Labor Abuses in Brazil Hearing Logo
    AUG
    20
    2015

    Arcos Dorados, the largest McDonald’s franchisee in Latin America, was implicated in allegations of labor rights abuses during a Brazilian Senate hearing. Despite union and worker accusations regarding unpaid overtime, unsafe working conditions, and suppression of union activities, the company did not attend the hearing, raising concerns about its commitment to worker protections.

  • -50

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    March 19

    During a Senate hearing in Brazil on August 20, 2015, Arcos Dorados, as the largest McDonald’s franchisee in Latin America, was linked to serious allegations of labor abuses including withholding overtime pay, poor health and safety standards, and discouraging union activities. The company's decision not to attend the hearing undermines accountability and raises doubts about its commitment to uphold labor rights, which is of significant concern from a progressive, anti-authoritarian perspective.

    Brazil: McDonald's faces accusations of labour, health, safety and freedom of association abuses; includes company comments

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