The Billionaire's Burden: What CEO Pay Reveals About Our Economic System The AFL CIO's annual Paywatch report paints a stark picture of executive compensation in 2025. Chief executives made an average of $3.
1 billion, a staggering 1,700 percent increase from the previous year.
This surge is not just a reflection of individual success stories; it exposes deeper issues that threaten the stability of both businesses and the broader economy.