Meta and Amazon Lead in Lobbying Expenditure for 2023

In recent years, corporate lobbying has grown into a key component of the political environment in the United States, with companies investing heavily to influence government policy. This practice involves direct engagement with legislators and financial contributions, aiming to promote company interests through policy changes.

The rise in corporate lobbying spend is indicative of the increasing awareness among businesses of the profound effect government policies can have on their operations and market success. In 2022, total federal lobbying expenditures hit $4.1 billion, marking the highest amount since 2010.

As of November 20, 2023, the data reveals the leading U.S. companies in terms of lobbying expenditure.

Leading the Lobbying Expenditure in 2023

The top spenders in the 2023 lobbying scene are predominantly tech giants, with Meta Platforms and Amazon leading the charge. As reported by Quiver Quantitative on November 18, Meta and Amazon have spent approximately $15 million and $13 million respectively so far this year.