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AstraZeneca PLC

Website

Cambridge, United Kingdom

LSE: AZN, NYSE: AZN 

ISIN: GB0009895292

AstraZeneca is a British multinational pharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines. The company is known for its significant investments in research and development, including a $2.5 billion R&D center in Beijing, China.

CCI Score

CCI Score: AstraZeneca PLC

-26.64

0.02%

Latest Event

AstraZeneca Political Contributions via AZ PAC

AstraZeneca made political contributions to federal and state candidates through its voluntary, employee-funded political action committee (AZ PAC). This engagement in political funding raises concerns about corporate influence in politics that can inadvertently support authoritarian practices by funneling money to candidates whose policies may undermine democratic norms.

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AstraZeneca PLC is currently rated as an Accomplice.

-20 to -29 CCI Score
These companies profit from authoritarian practices through their business dealings. Although they may not be directly enforcing oppressive policies, their actions contribute to the economic and operational sustenance of authoritarian regimes.

Latest Events

  • AstraZeneca Political Contributions via AZ PAC Logo
    MAR
    01
    2025

    AstraZeneca made political contributions to federal and state candidates through its voluntary, employee-funded political action committee (AZ PAC). This engagement in political funding raises concerns about corporate influence in politics that can inadvertently support authoritarian practices by funneling money to candidates whose policies may undermine democratic norms.

  • -20

    Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

    March 21

    The company's use of an employee-funded PAC to make political contributions, while voluntary, still signifies corporate engagement in political processes. Such activity can contribute to the broader influence of money in politics, potentially supporting candidates with authoritarian tendencies and eroding democratic accountability.

    AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP

  • AstraZeneca Age Discrimination Lawsuit Allegations Logo
    SEP
    21
    2023

    Former employees have alleged that AstraZeneca engaged in corporate-wide age and religious discrimination in 2022, raising concerns over its adherence to fair labor practices and human rights.

  • -50

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    March 21

    AstraZeneca faces allegations from former employees regarding widespread age and religious discrimination. This incident indicates severe shortcomings in the company's labor relations and human rights practices, reflecting a disregard for ethical responsibility that may indirectly bolster authoritarian practices. Such actions undermine worker rights and contribute negatively to the broader social fabric.

    AstraZeneca Age Discrimination | WSNYC Blog

  • Settlement of Sex Bias Claims at AstraZeneca PLC Logo
    JUN
    06
    2011

    In June 2011, AstraZeneca reached a settlement to pay $250,000 to 124 female employees following a lawsuit by the U.S. Department of Labor alleging pay discrimination. This case highlights significant deficiencies in the company’s labor relations and ethical responsibility practices.

  • -70

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    March 21

    AstraZeneca's decision to settle sex bias claims following allegations of pay discrimination reflects a failure to uphold fair labor practices and equal pay standards. This action not only harmed female employees but also undermines ethical labor relations, contributing negatively to broader struggles against authoritarian and oppressive corporate practices.

    Pharmaceutical Giant AstraZeneca PLC Paying $250,000 to Settle Sex Bias Claims

Industries

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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
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In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing
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Medical Laboratories
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Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (Biotechnology)