Many companies are looking to change their executive remuneration policies, research into annual reports shows.

There is a continuing trend towards connecting remuneration to sustainability goals, KPMG researchers found.

Governance needs to pivot in the face of accelerating change, with boards becoming forward-thinking, flexible and proactive.

ESG bonuses are on the rise: are they improving sustainability or just increasing executive wealth?

Research shows US companies with higher revenues focus on ESG factors when determining C-suite incentive plans.

The number of shareholder proposals calling for a vote on severance packages has skyrocketed, finds proxy adviser ISS.

Investors are likely to focus on top pay in this year’s AGM season, as research reveals that executive pay has bounced back.

How do you align ESG and value? Linking incentives to ESG targets needs focus, empowerment and co-ordination, recent research finds.

Row over pay for non-execs; JD Sports governance overhaul; EU agrees on CSRD; and do mandatory US climate disclosures impede free speech?

Incentive plans, share awards and bonus payments have become almost a guaranteed part of a chief executive’s pay package.