Materiality Matrix
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Ratings of control or influence reflect Ford's contribution to an issue through its operations and product offerings. Factors that can reduce Ford's control or influence include, among other things, technology limitations, costs and consumer demand.
High Current or Potential Impact on Company
High Concern to Stakeholders
Health Care and Legacy Costs
| Definition/Description | Ford's U.S. cost to provide health care coverage for current employees; health care and pension for retirees; Ford's participation in health care public policy formulation. Significant competitive issue as foreign manufacturers in U.S. have few retirees; may not provide health care to employees in home markets |
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| Comments | High concern to investors; increasing awareness/concern to customers and general public |
| Trend (from previous analysis) | Already at the highest level |
| Level of control or influence | Medium |
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