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Executive Compensation
Rethinking Relative TSR in a Volatile Market
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As market uncertainties persist, boards are reevaluating the role of relative total shareholder return (TSR) in executive incentive plans. This article explores the strengths and weaknesses of relative TSR, particularly the challenges with maintaining a clear line of sight between pay and performance and identifying appropriate comparator groups.
Discover how boards can navigate these complexities by considering alternative incentive designs, such as incorporating absolute TSR hurdles or using relative TSR as a modifier.
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Adam Hearn is a principal at the executive compensation consulting firm Meridian Compensation Partners.
Madelyn Ingold is a consultant at the executive compensation consulting firm Meridian Compensation Partners.
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