Driving the news: For the third consecutive year, Lam Research is recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere.
- Lam is one of four honorees in the semiconductor industry and the only wafer fabrication equipment provider named on this year’s global list.
Why it matters: The portfolio of firms recognized as recipients of this year’s World’s Most Ethical Companies have outpaced a comparable index of large-cap companies by 7.8 percentage points over the past five calendar years.
What it is: This annual distinction honors organizations that lead with integrity, prioritize ethical business practices, and demonstrate a commitment to doing what’s right through robust ethics, compliance, and governance practices.
- The World's Most Ethical Companies recognition is determined by Ethisphere and is based on more than 240 proof points related to ethics and compliance; governance; a culture of ethics; environmental and social impact; and initiatives that support a strong value chain.
- In 2025, 136 companies were recognized across 19 countries and 44 industries.
What we’re hearing:
- “We are proud to be recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for a third year in a row, a testament to Lam’s continued dedication to doing business the right way,” says Pearl Del Rosario, Chief Compliance Officer at Lam Research. “Our focus on honesty, integrity, respect and transparency is deeply ingrained in our Core Values and the Ethics and Compliance program that underpins our operations and commitment to our customers around the world.”
- “Congratulations to Lam Research for achieving recognition as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies,” says Erica Salmon Byrne, Ethisphere’s Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Chair. “Behind this honor is a true dedication and a commitment to advancing business integrity. This approach is good for business – employees and other stakeholders value companies that prioritize the kinds of practices we measure with our process.”
Zoom out: In addition to being named a 2025 World’s Most Ethical Companies honoree, Lam has received several other honors this year, including a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index, recognition on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index North America, and recognition by Fortune as a World’s Most Admired Company.
Related information:
- Explore the full list of the 2025 World’s Most Ethical Companies
- Lam Research Again Named One of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies
- Lam Research Continues Sustainability Momentum With DJSI Recognition and RE100 Membership
Footnote:
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