Global Top 250 Compensation Survey

Asian CEOs Earn Half and Face 14x Incentive Gap Compared to U.S. Counterparts

The Global Top 250 Compensation Survey finds the median salary for Asian CEOs is only half that of their American and European counterparts. Additionally, long-term incentives as a percentage of salaries for American CEOs and CFOs are 14 times and 8 times greater than those of their Asian peers, respectively. Please download the report to read more...

About Global Top 250 Compensation Survey 2024

This survey offers a comprehensive analysis of executive compensation trends across Asia, the U.S., and Europe, focusing on base salary, total cash compensation, and long-term incentive structures. It draws on data from the 250 largest publicly listed companies by market capitalization.

Pay Components

Base Salary

Annual Bonus

Total Cash Compensation

Long-Term Incentives

Total Direct Compensation

Compensation Mix

Industry

Financial Services

Technology

Healthcare

Industrial Goods and Services

Telecommunications

Energy

Retail

Consumer Products and Services

Food, Beverage and Tobacco

Automobiles and Parts

Utilities

Travel and Leisure

Basic Resources

Personal Care, Drug and Grocery Stores

Chemicals

Real Estate

Media

Construction and Materials

Geographical Coverage

China

Hong Kong SAR

Taiwan

Japan

South Korea

India

Australia

United States

Canada

Brazil

United Kingdom

France

Switzerland

Germany

Other European countries

Financial Services and other industry specific reports are available, please contact us for customized reports.

About the Authors

Pretium Partners, Frederic W. Cook & Co., and FIT Remuneration Consultants have collaborated for several years to offer clients a comprehensive global perspective on executive compensation. Their joint efforts have culminated in the third edition of the Global Top 250 Compensation Survey 2024, which reveals critical insights into the evolving landscape of executive remuneration. This partnership harnesses deep industry expertise and data-driven analysis, enabling organizations to effectively navigate the complexities of global compensation practices.

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