Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar's Pay Jumps 18% To $19 Million In 2025; Realised Earnings At $10.7 Million
Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar's target compensation rose 18% to $19 million in 2025, with 93% of the package tied to performance-linked metrics. The actual amount realised by Kumar was $10.7 million due to long-term stock incentives.
Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar's target compensation for 2025 increased by 18% to $19 million. The compensation committee tied around 93% of the package to performance-linked metrics, including revenue growth and operating margin expansion. Kumar's realised earnings were $10.7 million, comprising a base salary of $1.3 million, annual cash incentive of $4.39 million, and restricted stock awards worth $4.99 million. The company reported revenue of over $21 billion in 2025 and 7% growth, driven by its focus on AI-led services. Cognizant's CEO pay ratio widened, with Kumar's realised compensation being 76 times the median US employee salary and 237 times the median global employee pay.
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