In 2025, Tim Cook, the CEO of Apple, received a total compensation of $72.3 billion, remaining consistent with the previous year. This figure was revealed in the company's annual proxy statement on Thursday. Even though the year-over-year total saw a minor decrease of approximately $300,000, it represented only a slight percentage drop.
The CEO's pay structure mirrored the previous year, comprising a base salary of $3 million and stock awards valued at $57.5 million, supplemented by bonuses. Meanwhile, other senior executives averaged around $27 million in compensation, while new CFO Kevan Parekh earned $22.5 million.
Apple's stock performance lagged behind rivals like Nvidia, with only single-digit growth attributed to positive investor reactions to Cook’s optimistic forecast for a record fourth quarter. Financial results for this crucial period, which includes the holiday season and new product launches, are expected to be announced at the end of January.
As Cook navigates a challenging business landscape marked by tariffs and geopolitical tensions, there is speculation regarding his future leadership. Recent reports suggest that John Ternus, head of hardware engineering, may be a leading candidate to succeed him.