compensation

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According to the CalSTRS website, approximately 10% of a California educator’s gross annual compensation is invested into CalSTRS’ pension fund.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

The company said in November that its board had authorized a $500 million stock buyback, looking to offset a part of the share dilution from its stock-based compensation plans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

At Beck’s request, the company said, capital that would have otherwise gone toward his compensation will instead be put to work on research and development and other priorities.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

The FCA has also warned motorists to be on the alert for scammers posing as car finance lenders offering fake compensation.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

It was, however, a small compensation, and when after several months my money ran out and I was looking again for a job, I found her exceedingly irritating to listen to.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison