Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella’s compensation

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella was awarded more than $79 million in total compensation for the tech giant’s 2024 fiscal year, up from $48.5 million a year earlier, according to the company’s proxy statement, released Thursday afternoon. Microsoft shares are up 28% over the past year, driven largely by investor optimism about the potential for artificial intelligence to drive new revenue for the company over the long-term. However, the vast majority of Nadella’s compensation package is tied to the company’s stock performance, which determines his performance stock awards, valued at more than $71 million for the 2024 fiscal year. What is your take on the huge cash bonuses for Satya Nadella?