Technology
Cirrus Logic, Inc. (CRUS)
Data as of July 16, 2026
Environment story
Cirrus Logic discloses minimal environmental data in its 10-K filing. As a fabless semiconductor design company with no owned manufacturing facilities, Scope 1 emissions are negligible (limited to office/lab operations). Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity at R&D facilities are not quantified. Scope 3 emissions—particularly from wafer fabrication and assembly by third-party foundries (TSMC, GlobalFoundries, Amkor)—are not disclosed. The company acknowledges small quantities of hazardous materials in research labs but reports no material environmental compliance expenditures to date. No net-zero target, interim emissions-reduction targets, or renewable energy commitments are stated. No public sustainability report or ESG metrics are provided in the 10-K. The company maintains a website with ESG information (cirrus.com/company/esg) but this is not incorporated into the 10-K filing reviewed. Absence of disclosed Scope 3 emissions (representing the vast majority of a fabless semiconductor company's footprint via foundry operations) and lack of any climate target result in significant deductions.
Criticisms on file
No material criticisms on file for this pillar.
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Hazardous Materials ManagementCompany maintains small quantities of hazardous materials in research and laboratory facilities; reports material compliance with applicable environmental and worker health/safety laws.Minimal operational risk; no significant environmental liabilities reported to date.
Social story
Cirrus Logic reports a voluntary employee turnover rate of 7% in fiscal 2026, below technology industry benchmarks, indicating competitive compensation and employee-centric culture. As of March 28, 2026, the company employed 1,668 full-time employees (99% full-time). Workforce composition: 81% male, 19% female; U.S. workforce by self-reported race: 51% White, 36% Asian, 8% Hispanic/Latino, 2% Black/African American, 3% Other. The company has never had a work stoppage and the majority of employees are not represented by collective bargaining agreements. No documented union-suppression activities or major strikes within 24 months are disclosed. CEO-to-median-worker pay ratio is not disclosed in the 10-K. Leadership diversity percentages for executive/board are not disclosed. The company describes commitment to inclusive culture, continuous learning, competitive benefits (401k matching, health insurance, parental leave, fertility coverage, mental health support, fitness facilities), and zero recordable OSHA injuries in calendar 2025. Supply-chain ethics regarding third-party foundries and assembly/test vendors (located in Taiwan, Singapore, Germany, South Korea) are not audited or disclosed. No modern slavery statement, conflict minerals policy, or supply-chain human rights audit is mentioned.
Criticisms on file
No material criticisms on file for this pillar.
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Employee-Centric Culture & BenefitsCompetitive compensation, health/wellness benefits, continuous learning and professional development programs, 401(k) matching, fertility coverage, paid parental leave, dependent care, surrogacy/adoption assistance, fitness facilities, mental health support.7% voluntary turnover rate, below tech industry average, indicating positive retention.
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Workplace Safety & HealthGlobal health and safety policy; specialized training for research facility employees; regular inspections; risk management system for chemical hazards; zero recordable injuries (calendar 2025); no work-related fatalities.Zero lost-time incidents and no OSHA violations reported in FY2026.
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Diversity & Inclusion CommitmentCompany states commitment to diverse teams fueling innovation and inclusive culture; diversity data collected by gender and race/ethnicity (U.S. workforce); specific initiatives not detailed in 10-K.19% female workforce; 49% non-White U.S. workforce; gaps in leadership/executive diversity disclosure.
Governance story
Cirrus Logic's 10-K does not disclose board independence percentage, board composition, or share class structure. No dual-class voting structure is mentioned, suggesting single-class common stock. The company does not disclose annual lobbying expenditures, PAC contributions, or political spending. No significant antitrust, consumer-safety, or financial-fraud regulatory proceedings are mentioned in the 10-K. The company is subject to export control regulations (EAR/BIS Entity List restrictions affecting certain Chinese customers) and acknowledges compliance risks but reports no material SEC enforcement actions, consent decrees, or fines. The company was incorporated in Delaware in 1989 and reincorporated in Delaware in 1999, indicating standard U.S. corporate governance framework. CEO identified as Chief Operating Decision Maker under FASB guidelines. Company reports one reportable operating segment with two product lines (Audio, HPMS) but no discrete financial data maintained by product line. No shareholder litigation, proxy contests, or material governance controversies are disclosed. The 10-K notes risks relating to corporate social responsibility and ESG matters but does not detail specific governance policies.
Criticisms on file
No material criticisms on file for this pillar.
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Intellectual Property ProtectionCompany holds approximately 4,340 pending and issued patents worldwide (1,620 granted U.S. patents, 430 U.S. pending applications). Patents expire 2026-2046. Company maintains U.S. federal trademark registrations (CIRRUS LOGIC, SoundClear, etc.) and foreign registrations.Robust IP portfolio supports competitive position; no material patent expirations expected in 2026.
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Export Control & Trade ComplianceProducts subject to Export Administration Regulations (EAR); compliance with BIS Entity List restrictions; obtained licenses for certain Chinese customers but acknowledges ongoing compliance risks and limitations on future business with sanctioned entities.Export restrictions limit market access in China; potential revenue impact if restrictions expand.
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