BusinessAugust 24, 2026
realisable
REE-uh-ly-zuh-bul
Definition
The portion of total compensation that can actually be converted into cash or received by an executive based on current vesting schedules and performance conditions.
Etymology
Derived from the French 'réaliser' (to realize or make real) and the suffix '-able' (capable of). It entered English in the 18th century to describe something that can be made concrete or turned into monetary value.
In the news
The article uses the term to clarify that although the CEO's total package increased, the actual value she can realize in the 2027 financial year is lower because many stock awards have not yet vested.
Xero's CEO gets pay-rise after review finds pay below other technology company leaders
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