Warner Music Group Corp.
Industry Group: Media
Country/Region: United States of America
Identifier: NAS:WMG
Warner Music Group is the third largest of the three major global record labels, with Vivendi’s Universal Music first and Sony Music second. Warner’s larger segment, recorded music, consists of iconic labels like Atlantic Records, Warner Records, and Parlophone Records and popular artists such as Ed Sheeran, Cardi B, Dua Lipa, and Blake Shelton. Warner Chappell, the firm’s publishing arm, is the home to over 65,000 composers and songwriters with over 1 million copyrights represented. Warner is controlled by Access Industries, which owns an 84% economic interest and 99% of voting rights.
ESG Risk Rating
Ranking
Industry Group (1st = lowest risk)
Media 136 out of 308
Universe
Global Universe 2340 out of 16179
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Industry Comparison
Company | ESG Risk Rating | Industry Rank |
---|---|---|
Vivendi SE |
11.5
Low
|
17 out of 308 |
Bolloré SE |
12.5
Low
|
32 out of 308 |
CTS Eventim AG & Co. KGaA |
16.1
Low
|
134 out of 308 |
Warner Music Group Corp. |
16.1
Low
|
136 out of 308 |
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. |
21.3
Medium
|
278 out of 308 |
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Exposure
Exposure refers to the extent to which a company is exposed to different material ESG issues. Our exposure score takes into consideration subindustry and company-specific factors such as its business model.
Warner Music Group Corp.'s Exposure is Low
Management
Management refers to how well a company is managing its relevant ESG issues. Our management score assesses the robustness of a company's ESG programs, practices and policies.
Warner Music Group Corp.'s Management of ESG Material Risk is Average
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Controversy Rating
Highest Controversy level that has impacted Warner Music Group Corp.'s ESG Risk Rating in the last three years
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