Based on the explicit figures provided, Jensen Huang, the CEO of NVIDIA, has the highest reported salary at $561 million per year.
Top-Earning CEOs
While various CEOs worldwide command significant compensation, the provided information highlights several prominent figures and their annual earnings. Among those for whom specific salary figures are mentioned, Jensen Huang stands out.
Here's a breakdown of the highest paid CEOs with explicitly stated annual salaries from the information provided:
| CEO Name | Company | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Jensen Huang | NVIDIA | $561 Million |
| Reed Hastings | Netflix | $453.5 Million |
| Leonard Schleifer | Regeneron Pharmaceuticals | $452.9 Million |
Other notable CEOs mentioned as highly paid but without specific salary figures in this particular data include Elon Musk (Tesla Inc.), Tim Cook (Apple Inc.), and Sundar Pichai (Alphabet Inc.). CEO compensation often comprises a complex mix of base salary, bonuses, stock options, and other incentives, which can fluctuate significantly year-to-year.
