Tim Cook

Tim Cook earned $63 million in total compensation for 2024, a 36% cut from the $99 million he received in 2023, following shareholder feedback. This is a stark contrast to #3 Jensen Huang's $34 million package — both men lead trillion-dollar companies, but Cook's voluntary reduction signals a different governance approach. Cook's $1.8 billion Apple stock position is modest for a CEO of America's most valuable firm, valued at $3 trillion. He has donated over $50 million to charity since 2020 and intends to give away his entire net worth. Under his leadership, Apple spent $30 billion on R&D in 2025 and hit $395 billion in annual revenue. Cook is 64, and succession planning remains a key investor concern.