Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella received a sharp 22% increase in his annual salary for the financial year 2025, driven mainly by the strong performance of the company’s shares. According to documents filed by Microsoft, Nadella’s total earnings stood at $96.5 million (approximately Rs 8,415 crore), making it one of his highest pay packages to date.

In comparison, Nadella earned $79.1 million dollars (Rs 6,880 crore) in the previous financial year, up from $48.5 million (Rs 4,220 crore) in fiscal year 2024. This year, nearly 90% of his compensation came from company stock. As per the filing, Rs 7,310 crore ($84 million) was granted in the form of shares, while he received a cash bonus of Rs 826 crore ($9.5 million).

Nadella was not the only executive to benefit from the company’s growth. Micr

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