‘Peanut butter’ pay raises could cost companies their top performers, according to experts: 'It's such a shortsighted strategy'
- Posted on February 22, 2026
- By CNBC
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‘Peanut butter’ pay raises could cost companies their top performers, according to experts: 'It's such a shortsighted strategy'

In an effort to cut costs, some companies are implementing "peanut butter" pay increases. According to experts, it could motivate top performers to leave.