In turbulent economic times, companies are increasing the links between their directors’ pay and the company’s performance. This report includes the following key findings:

• 82.1% of Fortune 250 companies had director stock ownership policies, up from 78.9% in 2007
• From 2007 to 2008, holding requirements increased from 16.9% to 19.2% among the Fortune 250
• Hardship provisions are on the rise, increasing 37.5% in 2008