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Apple’s ‘pay targets’: $48 million for Ternus and $47 million for Tim Cook

Apple's new CEO John Ternus will receive a $58 million compensation package through 2027, including a $3 million annual salary and a $55 million stock grant. Outgoing CEO Tim Cook's total compensation was $74.3 million through 2025, with a $2 million salary and a $45 million stock package. According to Bloomberg, both executives' compensation includes stock grants.

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Published Sep 2, 2026, 2:00 AM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

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Why it matters

The announcement provides fresh data on executive compensation, a rare primary disclosure for Apple.

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Market read

Executive change and pay targets are notable for investors tracking governance and cost structure.

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What to watch

Potential long‑term strategic shifts under the new CEO are not reflected in compensation numbers.

Relevance 8/10Novelty 8/10Timing: today

Background

Apple leadership transition with Ternus promoted to CEO and Cook to executive chairman.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

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Context

Apple announced new CEO John Ternus with a $48M pay target and Tim Cook's reduced compensation.

Expected impact

Minor short-term price dip or flat as market digests leadership change.

Evidence & confidence

Large‑cap executive compensation news typically has limited immediate price effect.

Market effects

Tech sector may see slight scrutiny on executive‑pay trends.

US market focus; limited regional effect.

Minimal global impact beyond Apple investors.

Counterpoint

Pay cuts could be seen as cost discipline, supporting a bullish view.

Key entities

  • Apple Inc.

    US‑listed technology giant.

  • John Ternus

    New CEO of Apple.

  • Tim Cook

    Former CEO, now executive chairman.

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