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Stellantis completed the 2025 edition of its “Shares to Win” employee share purchase plan on November 25, marking the third consecutive annual offering since 2023 and spanning 20 countries with over 235,000 eligible employees. The plan features a 20% share price discount and generous matching contributions, helping drive broad participation and reinforcing employee engagement and ownership. Since launch, employees have subscribed to 22 million shares, investing €209 million in total, and now collectively hold 2.8% of Stellantis’ share capital.

ESG metrics have become a mainstream component of executive compensation at public companies, with roughly three-quarters of S&P 500 firms now tying pay to environmental, social, or governance outcomes. Investor pressure, regulatory action, and workforce and consumer expectations are driving this shift, as companies are increasingly judged on how results are achieved, not just financial performance. While ESG-linked pay appears here to stay, compensation teams face the challenge of designing metrics that are material, measurable, auditable, and clearly aligned with business strategy to avoid greenwashing and maintain credibility.

Despite a year of global economic, political, and environmental challenges, most multinational companies remain committed to employee well-being, offering programs like counseling through Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) and promoting healthy work-life balance. Encouraging managers to model boundaries and use PTO helps prevent burnout, retain top talent, and support employees with caring responsibilities. Forbes’ 2025 World’s Best Employers ranking, based on surveys of over 300,000 employees in 50+ countries, highlights 900 companies excelling in pay, career growth, work-life balance, and overall reputation.