When US CEOs earn billions in just one year
Being CEO is a tough gig, no question. But the pay? It's fabulous. PHOTO: NICOLAS ORTEGA/NYTIMES
Beating Wall Street's profit expectations is hard enough. CEOs of major US companies must also deal with issues like tariffs, climate change and diversity, equity and inclusion, with the Trump administration constantly changing the rules of the game.
Being CEO is a tough gig, no question. But the pay? It's fabulous.
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