Tesco CEO's Pay Surges to Nearly £10 Million Amid Profit Boom

Ken Murphy's compensation more than doubles as Tesco reports record profits, sparking debate over executive pay during cost of living crisis.

Ken Murphy's pay package for the past year reached £9.93 million, up from £4.95 million in 2023.
Tesco's profits soared to £2.3 billion, a 159% increase from the previous year.
Murphy's pay is 430 times the average Tesco worker's salary, raising concerns among unions and campaigners.
Tesco defended the pay increase, citing strong performance and competitive industry standards.
The company faces criticism for high executive pay while many customers struggle with rising living costs.