Tag: executive remuneration

Directors’ social networks reduce risk of corporate failure
Study says failure is less likely when a board’s “social network” is large, its managerial network small and its executive pay relatively low.

UK shareholder pay revolts increase by 56% in 2021
Last year saw the highest number of notifiable shareholder revolts on pay for five years—and investors seem willing to maintain the pressure.

High Pay Day reflects slight fall in FTSE 100 CEO pay
This year is the first time since 2011 that the median FTSE 100 CEO has had to work into a fourth day to make the average annual income.

Executive pay, sustainability KPIs and the climate crisis
Linking KPIs to sustainability targets results in complexity. A focus on corporate purpose is a better way to tackle climate change.

CEO pay falls by 9%—but LGIM issues warning over engagement
PwC report shows executive pay has fallen; but LGIM says investor feedback on remuneration is being ignored.

Predictable pay-outs expose the charade of performance-related pay
Incentive plans, share awards and bonus payments have become almost a guaranteed part of a chief executive’s pay package.

South Africa is tightening its rules around executive pay, but gaps remain
South Africa has the highest wage inequality in the world, and there is growing interest in remuneration governance and director pay.

Boardroom pay revolts are on the rise as investors seek restraint
Analysis by Board Agenda reveals that pay revolts in the first half of 2021 are up on the same period last year by 51%.

UK and EU companies lead the US on ESG targets in pay deals
Study reveals 95% of UK and EU firms include ESG metrics in executive compensation plans, compared with 22% of US corporates.

AGM season will see focus on reporting, remuneration and communication
While not exactly back to business as usual, companies are likely to feel investor pressure on a range of non-Covid topics in 2021.