How Is Equity Compensation Distributed in Big Tech?

Share of employment at companies offering equity, broken down by public and private firm status.

Equity compensation is widespread among tech workers, but amplifies earnings inequality

Horizontal stacked bar chart: Share of employment at companies offering equity, broken down by public and private firm status. — Figure 2. Share of employment at companies offering equity, broken down by public and private firm status. Source: Revelio Labs, August 2026

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