Our Methodology

Transparent, data-driven brand analysis

How We Rate Brands

Accuracy through transparency

Our rating methodology combines AI analysis with verified data sources to provide accurate, unbiased brand assessments across six value dimensions.

13 Value Dimensions

Six core dimensions (below) plus seven issue-based causes: Palestine/BDS participation, Uyghur forced-labor opposition, conflict-mineral sourcing, climate action, labor rights, indigenous rights, and boycott compliance.

Political Leanings

Analysis of political donations, PAC contributions, lobbying activities, and executive political affiliations. Scale: 1 (Very Progressive) to 10 (Very Conservative).

Human Rights & Labor

Fair wages, worker treatment, union relations, supply chain labor practices, workplace safety. Scale: 1 (Not Important) to 10 (Extremely Important).

Animal Rights & Welfare

Cruelty-free practices, ethical sourcing, animal testing policies, factory farming involvement. Scale: 1 (Not Important) to 10 (Extremely Important).

LGBTQ+ & Reproductive Rights

Corporate support for LGBTQ+ rights, reproductive healthcare policies, inclusive workplace practices. Scale: 1 (Not Important) to 10 (Extremely Important).

Environmental Impact

Sustainability practices, climate action, green initiatives, carbon footprint, waste reduction. Scale: 1 (Not Important) to 10 (Extremely Important).

Women-Owned Business Support

Support for female entrepreneurs, women in leadership, gender pay equity, supplier diversity. Scale: 1 (Not Important) to 10 (Extremely Important).

Data Sources

All ratings are based on publicly available information from reliable sources: