Archive · 9 Jun 2025
US Top CEOs Earn Big in FY24; Indian-Origin Leaders Prominent
CEOs of big US companies got big paychecks last year.
The median pay rose to $25.6 million, a 9.5% increase.
Stock awards made up a big part of this increase.
Jim Anderson of Coherent was the highest-paid CEO, making $101.5 million.
There were six women CEOs on the list.
Four Indian-origin CEOs were also in the top 10.
Their work helps their companies make money in a tricky world.
This involves making smart decisions to handle challenges and risks.
CEO pay in major U.S. companies saw a 9.5% increase.
Median CEO compensation reached $25.6 million in 2024.
Stock awards significantly drove pay growth, rising 40.5% year-on-year.
Jim Anderson of Coherent was the highest-paid CEO, with $101.5 million.
The list includes six women and four Indian-origin CEOs.
- Who
- CEOs of major U.S. companies, including Jim Anderson and Jane Fraser.
- What
- The highest-paid CEOs' compensation, including base pay, stock options, and bonuses.
- When
- The fiscal year of 2024-2025.
- Where
- The United States.
- Why
- CEOs are making strategic decisions for profits and overall success in a volatile environment.
- Median CEO Pay (2024)
- $25.6 million
- Pay Increase (2024)
- 9.5%
- Highest-Paid CEO
- Jim Anderson ($101.5 million)
- Stock Awards Contribution
- 40.5% year-on-year increase
- Number of Women CEOs on List
- 6
- Indian-origin CEOs in Top 10
- 4
- Highest Paid Female CEO
- Jane Fraser, $24.5 million