Midea Group Co., Ltd.

Shunde District, China

Midea Group Co., Ltd. is a Chinese multinational home appliances and air conditioning manufacturing company headquartered in Beijiao Town, ShunDe District, Guangdong province. The company offers a variety of household appliances, including the innovative Two-Zone Air Fryer Oven, which combines the benefits of air frying with toaster oven capabilities to efficiently cook large amounts of food.

CCI Score

56.32

-0.05% May 31

Latest Event

Midea Implements Early Clock Off Policy to Combat 996 Culture

Midea Group has introduced a policy mandating all employees to clock off by 6.20pm and banning meetings after work and unnecessary overtime, marking a shift away from the exploitative 996 work culture and supporting better work-life balance.

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Midea Group Co., Ltd. is currently rated as a Leader.

+45 to +100 CCI Score

Companies in this range actively lead the fight against authoritarianism by rejecting oppressive practices and championing democratic values. They implement robust policies, engage in transparent governance, and drive initiatives that set the standard for corporate responsibility.

Latest Events

MAR

14

2025

Midea Implements Early Clock Off Policy to Combat 996 Culture
78.29

Midea Group has introduced a policy mandating all employees to clock off by 6.20pm and banning meetings after work and unnecessary overtime, marking a shift away from the exploitative 996 work culture and supporting better work-life balance.
+80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

May 28

Midea Group's decision to enforce an early clock off and prohibit after-hours meetings is a strong move towards protecting workers' rights and promoting fair labor practices. This measure directly challenges the excessive work demands of 996 culture, aligning with anti-authoritarian, worker-friendly practices.

Lights out at 9pm: China's firms push back against 996 culture
MAR

10

2025

Midea Group Implements Stricter Work Regulations to Curb Overtime
73.32

Midea Group announced a set of six strict work procedure guidelines, including mandating employees to clock off at 6:20 pm, as part of efforts to eliminate unnecessary overtime and counter the prevalent rat race culture. The policy, confirmed by CEO Fang Hongbo and noted on social media platforms like Sina Weibo, aims to simplify work procedures and promote a healthier work-life balance.
+75

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

May 28

By instituting a strict clock-off time and banning after-hours meetings and overtime, Midea Group is taking constructive steps to safeguard worker rights and improve overall labor conditions. This move mitigates the exploitative overtime culture, aligns with progressive labor practices, and signals a departure from authoritarian work environments.

DJI, Midea reportedly mandating employees to clock off on time, sparking heated online discussions
MAR

01

2025

Midea Group Publishes Comprehensive Human Rights Statement
78.01

Midea Group has issued a detailed Human Rights Statement outlining its commitment to internationally recognized human rights standards. The document details procedures to prevent forced labor, child labor, discrimination, and underscores support for employee rights and stringent supplier guidelines.
+80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

May 28

Midea Group's Human Rights Statement explicitly commits the company to upholding international human rights standards, including prevention of forced labor, child labor, ensuring equal pay, and defending collective bargaining rights. These policies and practices indicate a strong, progressive corporate commitment to labor rights, aligning with anti-fascist values by protecting marginalized groups and promoting equitable treatment.

Human Rights Statement
MAR

01

2025

Midea Human Rights Commitment Statement
68.26

Midea Group released their Human Rights Statement detailing robust policies including strict prohibition of human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and discrimination. The statement outlines comprehensive measures for protecting employee rights and ensuring ethical supplier practices throughout its operations and supply chains.
+75

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

May 28

Midea Group’s Human Rights Statement details strong commitments to labor rights such as fair remuneration, non-discrimination, freedom of association, and safe working conditions for employees. This adherence to progressive labor practices aligns with anti-fascist values by safeguarding worker rights.

Human Rights Statement
+65

Supply Chain Ethics

May 28

The statement emphasizes rigorous supplier requirements, ensuring that all suppliers comply with human rights laws against forced and child labor. This focus on ethical supply chain management reflects positive business practices that resist authoritarian exploitation.

Human Rights Statement
JAN

01

2025

Midea America Lobbying Expenditure in 2025
-19.19

Midea America spent $30,000 on lobbying efforts in 2025, as reported by OpenSecrets. The expenditure highlights the company's engagement in influencing policy, raising concerns about corporate political influence.
-20

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

May 28

The reported $30,000 lobbying expenditure by Midea America in 2025 represents a deliberate attempt to influence U.S. policy. From an anti-fascist perspective, such political lobbying can contribute to reinforcing corporate influence over governmental processes, potentially at odds with efforts to promote transparency and accountability.

Midea America Lobbying Reports
OCT

01

2023

Midea Group Releases Comprehensive Code of Conduct
59.25

Midea Group has published a detailed Code of Conduct that outlines its commitment to compliance with labor laws, ethical business practices, fair competition, anti-corruption measures, and the protection of employee rights, thereby ensuring a safe and respectful working environment.
+70

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

May 28

The Company's Code of Conduct emphasizes robust labor protections such as fair compensation, safe working conditions, non-discrimination, and clear career development pathways. These measures indicate a strong commitment to upholding worker rights and human dignity, reflecting progressive and anti-authoritarian practices.

Code of Conduct - Midea Group