Visa Inc. and Consolidated Edison Inc. (Con Ed) have been recognized for their exemplary transparency in political spending, each achieving a perfect score of 100% on the 2023 CPA-Zicklin Index of Corporate Political Disclosure and Accountability. This index evaluates the political disclosure and accountability practices of S&P 500 companies, highlighting leaders in corporate transparency.
Con Ed’s commitment to political transparency is evident in its consistent top-tier performance. The company has maintained a perfect score on the CPA-Zicklin Index since 2021, underscoring its dedication to ethical political engagement. Con Ed’s political engagement activities are guided by strict company procedures and are conducted in a manner that demonstrates accountability and transparency. These efforts have earned Con Edison perfect 100% scores on the CPA-Zicklin Index of Corporate Political Disclosure and Accountability every year since 2021. ([lite.conedison.com](https://lite.conedison.com/ehs/2023-sustainability-report/files/ConEdison_Sustainability_Report_2023.pdf?utm_source=openai))
Similarly, Visa Inc. has demonstrated a strong commitment to political disclosure and accountability. The company’s perfect score on the 2023 CPA-Zicklin Index reflects its dedication to transparency in political spending. Visa’s inclusion among the top-performing companies highlights its role as a leader in corporate political disclosure. ([politicalaccountability.net](https://www.politicalaccountability.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2023-CPA-Zicklin-Index.pdf?utm_source=openai))
The 2023 CPA-Zicklin Index reveals a positive trend in corporate political transparency. The average score for political disclosure and accountability among all S&P 500 companies rose to 57.0%, up from 54.1% the previous year. Notably, the number of companies fully or partially disclosing their political spending or prohibiting certain types of spending reached a record high of 385, nearly 78% of the evaluated companies. ([corpgov.law.harvard.edu](https://corpgov.law.harvard.edu/2022/11/15/2022-cpa-zicklin-index-on-corporate-political-disclosure-and-accountability/?utm_source=openai))
These developments underscore a growing recognition among corporations of the importance of transparency in political engagement. Companies like Visa and Con Ed set a benchmark for others, demonstrating that robust disclosure practices are integral to corporate governance and accountability.