Microsoft is reportedly set to conduct its first voluntary employee buyout in its 51-year history. The company is also changing how it grants stock for annual rewards, according to the report. Instead of requiring managers to tie stock directly to cash bonuses, Microsoft plans to separate these incentives—signaling a shift in internal compensation strategy.
Despite market volatility, Deloitte India reports Indian CEOs’ median compensation rose to Rs 10 crore in 2025, up 13%. The pay mix is shifting: while 40% is fixed, 60% is performance-linked, and stock-based incentives face growing scrutiny. Shareholder rejection rates for new stock plans have quadrupled, reflecting stronger governance and tighter stakeholder oversight.
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