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.

The research is directed toward the prediction of operating income within the MetLife Insurance Company. The operating income of the firm is the amount of profit realized from a firm’s own operation, as opposed to net income. The econometric model is based on 10 years of quarterly data...

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...