$700,000, annually
$700,000, annually
Base Salary: This is the fixed annual salary paid to the CEO, which can range from hundreds of thousands to several million dollars depending on the company’s size and industry.
Bonuses and Incentives: CEOs often receive performance-based bonuses tied to achieving financial targets, such as revenue growth, profitability, and stock performance. These bonuses can substantially increase their total compensation.
Stock Options and Equity Grants: Many CEOs are compensated with stock options or equity grants, which align their interests with shareholders’ by tying their compensation to the company’s stock price performance.
Perks and Benefits: CEOs may also receive other benefits such as retirement plans, health benefits, and perks like use of corporate jets or expense accounts.
Disclosure and Transparency: In the US, publicly traded companies are required to disclose CEO compensation in their annual proxy statements, including detailed breakdowns of salary, bonuses, stock options, and other benefits.