特斯拉为马斯克的 $56B 薪酬辩护，国际空间站敦促拒绝

特斯拉 首席执行官 埃隆-马斯克‘s $56 billion pay package, arguing it motivated him to create “tremendous value” for shareholders. This comes after top proxy advisory firm Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) recommended shareholders vote against the proposal, calling it “excessive.”

ISS Recommendation and Tesla’s Response

根据 路透社, ISS raised concerns over Tesla offering shareholders an “all or nothing” option ahead of the June 13 annual meeting vote. However, Tesla claims ISS’s recommendation is based on a “technical misunderstanding” and that the firm recognized the company’s strong performance under Musk.

赔偿详情和特拉华州法院裁决

The compensation, set and approved by shareholders in 2018, rewards Musk based on Tesla’s market value and operational milestones. However, a 特拉华州 今年 1 月，法官宣布该协议无效，促使特斯拉寻求将其移送至美国联邦法院。 德克萨斯州.

新薪酬方案的成本

特斯拉辩称，根据特拉华州法律，必须接受或拒绝该提案的全部内容。他们警告说，新的薪酬方案将使股东付出更高的代价，可能导致超过 $250 亿美元的会计费用，而最初的费用为 $23 亿美元。

Tesla maintains that Musk delivered on his end of the bargain and that it’s time for the company to deliver on theirs. They emphasize the importance of honoring the original deal.

EVXL’s Take

The debate over Musk’s pay package highlights the challenges of aligning executive compensation with long-term shareholder value in the rapidly evolving electric vehicle industry. While the package may seem excessive, it’s crucial to consider the transformative impact Musk has had on Tesla and the broader EV market. His vision and leadership have positioned Tesla as a global leader in sustainable transportation, accelerating the transition away from fossil fuels. As the world grapples with the urgent need to address climate change, companies like Tesla play a vital role in driving innovation and change. Ultimately, the decision lies with Tesla’s shareholders, who must weigh the costs and benefits of Musk’s compensation in light of the company’s extraordinary growth and impact on the future of mobility.