Microsoft ditches publishing ‘traditional’ diversity and inclusion report this year

Dive Brief:

• Microsoft will not publish an updated version of its annual diversity and inclusion report for 2025, the company confirmed to ESG Dive on Monday. 
• Instead of a “traditional report,” the company will demonstrate its D&I progress through formats like stories, insights and videos, which Microsoft believes are “more dynamic and accessible” and “show inclusion in action,” Microsoft Chief Communications Officer Frank Shaw said in an emailed statement.
• Microsoft’s decision to pass on publishing a D&I report this year comes as U.S. companies are eliminating their use of the term “DEI” and related-metrics in securities filings. S&P 500 used the term 68% less in securities filings this…