Jun 14, 2024

Why the global supply chain cracked under COVID

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The pandemic nearly broke the global supply chain. We discuss its weaknesses. Plus, how is CEO pay determined?

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How is CEO compensation determined?

by Sabri Ben-Achour

Tesla shareholders voted to restore CEO Elon Musk’s record pay package, which was thrown out by a Delaware judge earlier this year. But the package is likely to be tied up in courts. All of this raises questions about how CEOs are paid in general. Let’s chat more with Erik Gordon, professor at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business.

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There's a logic to the chaos of the global supply chain

by David Brancaccio and Natalie White

Jun 14, 2024

Peter Goodman of The New York Times discusses the complex inner workings of our fragile system and why it broke down during the pandemic.

Increasing resilience would be costly and reduce profitability at many supply chain businesses, author Peter Goodman explains. Above, shipping containers at the Port of Oakland in California.

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Leanna Byrne Host, BBC

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Alex Schroeder Producer

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Nic Perez Director/Producer

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