Changes in realized CEO compensation, prior vs. revised measure, 1978–2018
| Prior measure | Revised measure | |
|---|---|---|
| Percent change | Realized stock options and granted stock awards | Realized stock options and vested stock awards |
| 1978–2018 | 937.7% | 1,009.9% |
| 2000–2018 | -20.4% | -14.8% |
| 2007–2018 | -14.2% | -3.9% |
| 2009–2018 | 54.2% | 79.9% |
Source: Authors’ analysis of data from Compustat’s ExecuComp database.