Sundar Pichai is thriving in his role as CEO of Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL), the parent company of Google.
Google, $GOOGL, CEO Sundar Pichai made more than $218 million in the form of stock awards, according to recent company securities filing
2/7/2025
Pichai stepped into the position in December 2019 after company co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin decided to step back from daily operations at both Alphabet and its main subsidiary, Google. This move gave Pichai full control as Alphabet’s top decision-maker, a natural progression from his role as CEO of Google, which he had held since 2015 following a company restructuring.
Leading a $2.35 trillion company (as of January 2025) brings its share of challenges and prestige—but it also comes with a sizable paycheck.
What is Sundar Pichai’s Net Worth in 2025?
Pichai’s fortune primarily comes from his Alphabet stock holdings, which he periodically sells. According to a December 27, 2024 filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Pichai owned 2.57 million shares of Alphabet.
As of January 2025, his net worth exceeds $1.3 billion. Since joining the company in 2004, Pichai has reportedly sold nearly $1 billion worth of Alphabet stock. His current Alphabet shares alone are valued at over $496 million.
What is Sundar Pichai’s Salary?
In 2023, Pichai earned a base salary of $2 million, with no additional stock awards or incentive-based bonuses that year. His total compensation reached $8.8 million, with $6.8 million allocated for his personal security.
In contrast, his 2022 compensation was significantly higher, totaling $226 million—one of the largest payouts of his career. That year’s compensation included salary and substantial stock awards in the form of restricted stock units (GSUs) and performance-based restricted stock units (PSUs).
Pichai’s Impact on Google
Pichai has been instrumental in driving Google’s growth, overseeing major successes such as Gmail, Google Maps, Android, and the Pixel product line. Under his leadership, Google has continued to innovate and generate billions in profits.
How Does Pichai’s Wealth Compare?
While Pichai’s net worth is impressive, it pales in comparison to that of Google’s co-founders. Larry Page and Sergey Brin each own more than $100 billion in Alphabet stock. Despite their vast wealth, both have maintained token employee salaries of $1 annually for years.
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