Public Profile

BGC

BGC Partners, Inc., commonly referred to as BGC, is a leading global brokerage firm headquartered in the United States. Established in 1945, BGC has evolved into a prominent player in the financial services industry, specialising in the inter-dealer brokerage of various asset classes, including fixed income, foreign exchange, and equities. With a strong operational presence in major financial hubs worldwide, BGC is renowned for its innovative technology solutions and unique trading platforms that enhance market efficiency. The firm has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of its proprietary electronic trading systems, which set it apart from competitors. BGC Partners is recognised for its commitment to excellence and has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the global financial marketplace.

DitchCarbon Score

How does BGC's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

3

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

13

Industry Benchmark

BGC's score of 3 is lower than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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BGC's reported carbon emissions

BGC, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their climate commitments. Without concrete figures or defined goals, it is challenging to assess their carbon footprint or climate strategy. However, the absence of data may indicate a need for enhanced transparency in their environmental impact reporting. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, BGC's future commitments and actions will be crucial in aligning with global climate goals.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. BGC's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. BGC is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

BGC is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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