Major U.S. corporations are alerting investors to heightened risks from consumer and political backlash over diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and environmental, social and governance (ESG) policies in their annual filings. Companies like Walmart, Target, and Constellation Brands now warn of boycotts, lawsuits, and reputational harm from both sides of the political spectrum, whether they maintain or scale back these programs.
Key Takeaways
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Companies are increasingly warning investors about risks from both consumer and political backlash to DEI and ESG policies.
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Corporate America is caught in a Catch-22, facing scrutiny whether they support or roll back social initiatives.
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Recent high-profile boycotts and legal actions have made brands more proactive in disclosing these risks to shareholders.
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