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Shankh Mitra, the world's second-highest paid CEO
Published 26 June 2026 ยท india
Synopsis Indian-origin Shankh Mitra, CEO of Welltower, has been named the world's second-highest paid executive in 2025 with an $821 million package, largely stock-based and
Synopsis Indian-origin Shankh Mitra, CEO of Welltower, has been named the world's second-highest paid executive in 2025 with an $821 million package, largely stock-based and tied to long-term performance. This highlights a surge in executive pay, with nearly a dozen leaders exceeding $200 million. Mitra's impressive rise from Jadavpur University to this global financial pinnacle underscores the growing impact of Indian talent in international business.
Published: June 26, 2026 โข 10:11 AM IST ยท Updated: June 26, 2026 โข 11:07 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis Indian-origin Shankh Mitra, CEO of Welltower, has been named the world's second-highest paid executive in 2025 with an $821 million package, largely stock-based and tied to long-term performance.
This highlights a surge in executive pay, with nearly a dozen leaders exceeding $200 million.
Mitra's impressive rise from Jadavpur University to this global financial pinnacle underscores the growing impact of Indian talent in international business.