ARK Investment Management LLC

New York, United States

ARK Invest is an American investment management firm that focuses on disruptive innovation through actively managed ETFs and investment solutions. The firm targets breakthrough innovations in areas such as genomics, robotics, artificial intelligence, and fintech, providing investors exposure to fast-growing, transformative sectors.

CCI Score

12.29

-0.01% April 16

Latest Event

Cathie Wood Predicts Small Business Recovery

ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood expressed optimism that small businesses will experience a resurgence fueled by deregulation, tax cuts, and renewed entrepreneurial spirit, despite lingering economic challenges such as recent auto tariffs. The statement, featured in a Benzinga article, highlights an inclusive economic vision that supports grassroots business development.

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ARK Investment Management LLC is currently rated as a Saboteur.

+10 to +24 CCI Score

Companies in this bracket take more subtle actions to undermine authoritarian practices. They might implement internal policies or support reforms that quietly weaken oppressive systems, contributing to change in less overt ways.

Latest Events

MAR

27

2025

Cathie Wood Predicts Small Business Recovery
25.00

ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood expressed optimism that small businesses will experience a resurgence fueled by deregulation, tax cuts, and renewed entrepreneurial spirit, despite lingering economic challenges such as recent auto tariffs. The statement, featured in a Benzinga article, highlights an inclusive economic vision that supports grassroots business development.
JUN

24

2023

ARK ESG Report 2023: Demonstrated Commitment to Ethical and Sustainable Practices
44.18

The 2023 ESG Report from ark data centers highlights the company’s strong commitment to robust labor practices, transparent corporate governance, sustainability, and ethical business operations. The report details initiatives in diversity, employee safety, environmental responsibility, and responsible supply chain management, which collectively reduce complicity in authoritarian practices.
+10

Public and Political Behavior

March 18

The ESG report does not indicate active political lobbying or overt executive political engagement. While the firm maintains a transparent governance structure, there are no strong ties to political contributions that would otherwise support authoritarian agendas, earning a modest positive score.

2023 Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) Report
+90

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 18

The report showcases exemplary business practices and ethical responsibility. Ark data centers emphasize strong labor relations, respect for human rights, diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, and ethical supply chain practices. These initiatives demonstrate a clear stance against exploitation and oppression.

2023 Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) Report
+70

Technology and Services Impact

March 18

Although operating within the technology sector, ark data centers focus on sustainable and efficient data center operations. There is no evidence that their technology is used in a repressive manner, and their innovations serve to reduce environmental impact and support positive tech practices.

2023 Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) Report
+50

Economic and Structural Influence

March 18

The report does not indicate any economic collaborations with authoritarian regimes or efforts in regulatory capture. Instead, it demonstrates responsible economic practices through transparent governance and responsible resource management.

2023 Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) Report
MAR

01

2023

ARK Invest CEO Endorses Trump
-32.31

ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood publicly endorsed Donald Trump, suggesting that his policies would benefit the economy. This executive endorsement raises concerns from an anti-fascist perspective as it may be seen as corporate complicity in promoting authoritarian policies.
-40

Executive Political Engagement

March 1

The article details how ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood stated her support for Donald Trump, a figure widely criticized for authoritarian tendencies. This executive political engagement, even if later contradicted by retracting the interview, signals a problematic endorsement that aligns the firm with policies potentially undermining democratic institutions. From an anti-fascist perspective, this explicit support is concerning and contributes negatively to the firm’s complicity index in facilitating authoritarian practices.

ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood says Trump has her vote ...