17 June 2016
The EIU issues only unsolicited ratings and does not accept fees from rated entities related to its ratings. There is no direct connection between compensation paid to staff and any subscriber fees received from rated entities in relation to Country Risk Service and ancillary services.
The EIU offers competititive market salaries which enable it to recruit and retain staff with the skills, experience and motivation necessary to carry out work of the highest standard and to develop the business.
The EIU pays a bonus to all employees, including analysts, if the EIU meets a specified earned revenue target. The payment is typically in the range of 2-3% of annual salary. The scheme pays more if the EIU exceeds its earned revenue target. If the EIU does not meet its earned revenue target, no bonus is paid. EIU employees may also receive a small bonus (1.5% of salary) that is paid out if the Economist Group (the parent company) meets its overall operating profit target.