Better Health for All

The company's core business involves audio and mixed-signal integrated circuits for consumer devices, which are generally health-neutral. While Cirrus Logic has licensed NAL-NL2 for optimizing sound levels in hearing aids, there is no quantitative data on the health impact of this technology or what percentage of the company's product portfolio it represents.

There is no information on revenue from products with negative health outcomes, nor on user harm, recalls, or adverse events. The company's R&D investment of $434.7M in FY25 focuses on audio and high-performance mixed-signal components, without specifying any portion dedicated to health-related innovation. The company offers employee wellness programs, including an on-site medical clinic, mental health support, and preventative health screenings, but these are internal benefits and not external health equity programs. There is no information on the company's involvement in healthcare workforce support, preventative health measures for the public, healthcare data responsibility, global health crisis response, or health education initiatives. The company does not produce food or pharmaceutical products, nor does it have products with addiction potential or conduct clinical trials.

Fair Pay & Worker Respect

In fiscal year 2025, the CEO to median employee pay ratio was 56:1.

The company reported a Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) of 0.09 and a lost-time incident rate of 0 in the U.S. for 2024, with zero work-related fatalities in calendar year 2023 and 2024. Employee survey feedback from FY24 and FY25 indicates high engagement, with 89% believing Cirrus Logic operates by strong values and 89% feeling included. Voluntary employee turnover was 8% in FY25, 6% in FY24, and 8% in FY23, consistently below industry benchmarks. The company had no notices of violation related to health and safety at its facilities in FY23, FY24, or FY25, and zero monetary losses from health and safety legal proceedings. Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, are provided to approximately 100% of employees, with enhanced benefits in FY24 and FY23 such as hearing aid coverage, free telehealth, and increased short-term disability benefits.

Fair Trade & Ethical Sourcing

Cirrus Logic reported zero substantiated forced or child labor findings in the 2022/2023 financial year.

The company requires primary suppliers to acknowledge in writing their obligation to abide by its Supplier Code of Conduct, which is based on the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) Code of Conduct and includes standards related to labor, health and safety, environment, ethics, and management systems. Purchasing terms also require vendors to comply with disclosure of efforts to eradicate modern slavery and human trafficking. Cirrus Logic is committed to sourcing conflict minerals (tin, tantalum, tungsten, and gold) responsibly, utilizing the Responsible Minerals Initiative’s Responsible Minerals Assurance Process (RMAP) and conducting annual reporting using the Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT). A third-party data analytics and risk consultancy is used to identify risks and verify compliance with regulations like the U.S. Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act.

Honest & Fair Business

Cirrus Logic has a formal whistleblower protection policy, which applies to all employees and includes a 24/7 confidential and anonymous third-party reporting system (EthicsPoint website and phone numbers).

Annual ethics and code of conduct training is provided, but the effectiveness of the program is not publicly measured. The company's board of directors requires two-thirds (approximately 66.7%) of its members to meet NASDAQ independence criteria. An anti-corruption policy is in place, specifically mentioning compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and the U.K. Bribery Act (2010), and due diligence is performed on third-party business partners. However, the articles do not provide details on the frequency or effectiveness metrics of anti-corruption training.

Kind to Animals

No evidence was found in the provided article regarding Cirrus Logic, Inc.'s practices or policies related to animal welfare, animal testing, animal-derived ingredients, habitat conservation, or any other aspect of the 'Kind to Animals' value.

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No War, No Weapons

Cirrus Logic's conflict minerals policy requires suppliers to source tin, tantalum, tungsten, and gold (3TG) responsibly and comply with SEC reporting requirements under the Dodd-Frank Act.

The policy mandates the use of the Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI), Responsible Business Alliance (RBA), Responsible Minerals Assurance Process (RMAP), and Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT). Suppliers are required to be RMAP compliant or undergo similar audits, indicating a commitment to 100% conflict-free materials with continuous verification.

Planet-Friendly Business

In FY25, Cirrus Logic's total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions were 234,526 metric tons CO2e.

This represents an increase from FY24's total of 225,644 metric tons CO2e. The company has a target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by FY30 from an FY21 baseline, exceeding Paris Agreement goals, but these targets are not explicitly stated as SBTi-validated. In FY25, 76% of total energy consumption and 83% of electricity consumption came from renewable sources. The company reported zero environmental compliance violations or fines in FY25. Cirrus Logic has a net-zero target for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030. An initial climate risk assessment and scenario analysis aligned with TCFD recommendations has been completed, with analysis conducted for three temperature scenarios (<2°C, 2-4°C, >4°C) for 2030 and 2050. The company has recycling initiatives and food composting programs in its Edinburgh and Newbury facilities, and recycled 12,280 pounds of e-waste in FY25. Cirrus Logic has a new program to assess supply chain risk, leveraging RBA tools and establishing supplier expectations for emissions and sustainability. The company participates in tree planting in deforested areas through partnerships with The Nature Conservancy.

Respect for Cultures & Communities

The company has 6 formal partnerships with local community groups, including Code2College, Shoal Creek Conservancy, Keep Austin Beautiful, Texan by Nature, TreeFolks, and Dynamic Earth.

In FY25, Cirrus Logic and employee-matched donations totaled $1,590,000 in support of local communities. With a FY25 revenue of $1.9 billion, this represents approximately 0.08% of revenue reinvested in local community development. The company's Supplier Code of Conduct states that suppliers must have an effective grievance mechanism for workers, ensuring a safe environment for feedback without fear of reprisal. The Supplier Code of Conduct also emphasizes communication in a language workers understand for employment agreements, health and safety information, and training. The company supports Amplify Austin, a Central Texas community fundraising event, and Dynamic Earth, focusing on science learning for disadvantaged young people, as part of its charitable giving.

Zero Waste & Sustainable Products

Cirrus Logic has implemented several waste reduction initiatives, including an e-waste program that diverted 380 computers from landfills in FY22, as well as programs for reducing plastic and paper waste, utilizing water refill stations, and providing reusable mugs.

The company has set a target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by FY30 compared to FY21. Additionally, Cirrus Logic requires its suppliers to maintain environmentally and socially responsible manufacturing processes.