Conflict of Interest in Compensation Arrangements

As a research analyst at a large investment firm, you are tasked with producing an equity research report on a company that has recently become a major client of your firm. To ensure the integrity and objectivity of your analysis, you review the firm's compensation structures. You discover that a significant portion of your compensation is tied to the performance of specific investment strategies promoted by your firm, which could impact your view on the client’s stock.

According to the CFA Institute's Research Objectivity Standards, which of the following compensation arrangements is likely to create the greatest potential conflict of interest for you?