Douglas L. Peterson is the President and CEO of S&P Global, a company offering data and analytics on financial markets. He took on this role in 2013, after serving as President of S&P Ratings for two years. Prior to that,...
Douglas L. Peterson is the President and CEO of S&P Global, a company offering data and analytics on financial markets. He took on this role in 2013, after serving as President of S&P Ratings for two years. Prior to that, he spent over 26 years at Citigroup, where he held various leadership roles, including CEO of Citigroup Japan. Under his leadership, S&P Global merged with IHS Markit in 2022, significantly expanding the company's services. Peterson has a clear focus on sustainability and innovation, which he believes are key to S&P's future success. His 2023 compensation was notable with an annual package of $10 million, a significant climb from $2.85 million in 2022, demonstrating a swing back to rewarding performance. Currently, he also holds over 172,000 shares in S&P Global, showing his personal commitment to the company. Beyond financial performance, Peterson has prioritized employee well-being, introducing flexible working models and wellness benefits that improve workplace culture. His approach combines financial acumen with a genuine concern for people, steering S&P Global toward a sustainable and innovative future.