This chapter develops a regression model structure based on the 34 peer companies of Verizon and their associated financial performance variables. Based on the regression model developed, the compensation level of the CEO of Verizon is determined.

This chapter concerns itself with the development of a regression model for determining the executive compensation of the AT&T CEO. The data observations for this model consist of a list of 21 comparable companies selected by the compensation committee of AT&T, its institutional investors, and...