Better Health for All

Fox News disseminated 253 instances of coronavirus misinformation between July 6 and July 10, 2020.

This misinformation undermined scientific research, eroded public trust, and correlated with reduced compliance with social distancing and preparedness during the COVID-19 pandemic, negatively impacting public health behaviors. This also represents a severe undermining of public health measures and health literacy. In April 2023, Fox News settled a defamation lawsuit for $787.5 million for broadcasting false statements. Conversely, Fox Corporation committed over $300,000 to community health initiatives, including mental health resources, around Super Bowl LVII in February 2023. The company also offers employee benefits such as mental health programs and access to wellness apps. During the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020, Fox Corporation provided free access to its news channels.

Fair Money & Economic Opportunity

Fox Corporation operates as a news and entertainment company. The provided article discusses the company's recognition for disability inclusion in its workplace, which is unrelated to financial services. Fox Corporation has been recognized as a 'Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion' by the Disability Equality Index for five consecutive years as of July 2024

. This accolade highlights Fox's dedication to fostering an inclusive work environment, including their employee resource group, ABLE, which supports colleagues with disabilities . There is no evidence that Fox Corporation engages in activities such as lending, insuring, moving, or storing money, nor does it offer any financial products or services to consumers. Therefore, all KPIs under the 'Fair Money & Economic Opportunity' value are not applicable to the company's core business model.

Fair Pay & Worker Respect

Fox News was fined $1 million in 2021 by the New York City Commission on Human Rights for violating laws against sexual harassment and job retaliation, and agreed to implement mandatory anti-harassment training.

In 2023, a lawsuit alleging gender discrimination and a hostile work environment was settled for $12 million. A former security director filed a lawsuit in 2024, alleging termination and retaliation after reporting a sexual assault. Fox Corporation states it provides equal pay for equal work and includes salary ranges in job postings to promote pay transparency. Full-time employees are eligible for medical, vision, and dental insurance, with options to enroll family members. Freelance employees who meet minimum hours are also eligible for medical, dental, and vision plans. The company offers parental leave with full pay, onsite subsidized childcare, backup care for children, adults, elders, and pets, and mental health resources through a partnership with NAMI. Fox facilitates various Employee Resource Groups, including those for veterans, women in tech, LGBTQ+ colleagues, and employees with disabilities, and was recognized for disability inclusion. The company's Standards of Business Conduct and Human Rights Commitment emphasize equal opportunity, prohibition of harassment, compliance with labor laws, and support for freedom of association and collective bargaining, with multiple channels for reporting concerns, including an anonymous hotline.

Fair Trade & Ethical Sourcing

Fox Corporation operates within the media and entertainment industry. Given this operational context, the company does not procure or trade physical commodities, rendering fair-trade certification for inputs and material sourcing of high-risk inputs like conflict minerals or uncertified palm oil not applicable. The company requires its suppliers and subcontractors to comply with labor laws, including avoiding forced and child labor, and adhere to Fox's own Standards of Business Conduct

and the Institute for Supply Management Code of Ethics .

Honest & Fair Business

Fox News settled a defamation lawsuit with Dominion Voting Systems for $787.5 million in April 2023

, following allegations that it intentionally aired false claims about the 2020 U.S. presidential election . Internal communications showed executives knew the claims were false but continued to broadcast them . As of January 2025, a $2.7 billion defamation lawsuit filed by Smartmatic against Fox News related to election rigging claims was ruled to proceed . In June 2023, the Oregon Attorney General and Treasurer launched an investigation into Fox Corporation's board for potential breaches of fiduciary duty , citing the dissemination of false claims and financial settlements . A shareholder lawsuit was also filed in April 2023 against Fox's board , alleging fiduciary breaches by permitting false election information and valuing ratings over shareholder value .

Kind to Animals

Fox Corporation operates primarily in the media and entertainment industry. Its core business model does not involve animal testing, animal-derived products, animal agriculture, or direct animal husbandry operations.

confirms that as of 2023, there are no specific policies or practices related to animal testing, factory farming, or wildlife conservation associated with Fox Corp's operations. While the company makes philanthropic donations to various animal welfare and wildlife conservation organizations and supports tree planting initiatives (e.g., 10,000 trees planted in April 2024), the provided evidence does not include measurable biodiversity impact or species recovery metrics required to score the 'wildlife_conservation_impact' KPI. Engagement with animal control associations is noted as promotional for a TV series, not active policy advocacy.

No War, No Weapons

The provided articles discuss Fox Corporation's recognition as a 'VETS Indexes 4 Star Employer'

and a 'Military Friendly Employer' for its commitment to supporting veterans and the military community . This indicates positive employment practices for former military personnel. However, this information does not provide specific, concrete data points related to the company's involvement in arms manufacturing, military contracts, dual-use technologies, sales to sanctioned regimes, peacebuilding investments, or any other criteria directly addressing the 'No War, No Weapons' ethical value. Consequently, no KPIs can be scored based on the evidence provided.

Planet-Friendly Business

Fox Corporation has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through major frameworks, nor has it declared a net-zero target year.

The company also does not disclose alignment with TCFD climate-risk recommendations. In FY2024, Fox sourced 0.548% of its operational energy from renewables. For its FOX Studio Lot, the waste diversion rate was 42% in CY2024. No environmental compliance violations were found.

Respect for Cultures & Communities

A comprehensive search revealed limited information directly linking Fox Corporation to actions or policies specifically addressing the value of "Respect for Cultures & Communities."

There is no concrete evidence of involvement, either positive or negative, in initiatives related to the protection of indigenous rights, cultural heritage, and local traditions. Specific instances or policies for Fox Corporation regarding cultural appropriation are also lacking.

Safe & Smart Tech

Fox Corporation experienced a network compromise from February 2020 to February 2022, which remained undetected for two years, potentially exposing employee personal and health information

. This indicates significant lapses in vulnerability management. Additionally, in April 2022, a data leak exposed nearly 13 million internal records due to a configuration error . A dedicated information security team, overseen by the Board's Audit Committee, ensures compliance with data protection .

Zero Waste & Sustainable Products

Fox Corporation has implemented several waste reduction initiatives, including a single-stream recycling system at the FOX Studio Lot

and a composting program that processed over 370 tons of food waste in 2016 . The company also engages in sustainable set donations, contributing furniture and materials to local organizations . During The X-Files Season 10 production, 81% of waste was diverted , and $35,000 was saved by switching from plastic bottles to jugs . Additionally, Fox focuses on digital media to reduce physical waste and has a commitment to diverting 50% of operational waste from landfills .