In Conversation with Sunil K Goyal – ESOP Liquidity
As part of our effort to understand liquidity from different perspectives, we spoke to prominent names in the VC and investor communities. This session had
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Equity as a compensation for celebs- Why are companies looping in celebrities to raise financing?
Startups often need a lot of money to get off the ground. To do this, recently companies have been turning to celebrities to raise money.
Bonus shares issue– Exploring concept, purpose and implications
You may have heard of companies issuing bonus shares. Essentially, it’s when a company gives out extra shares to its current shareholders. It’s a way
Types of Stock Option Plans- A Comparative Analysis
Stock options grant can be made only when a stock option plan is in place. In India, the three most common ways in which stock option
Cross border transactions: Grant of options by a foreign parent company
Companies no longer have only a domestic presence. Over a period of time many companies look to move the ownership outside India for many reasons.
Sweat Equity vs Stock Options (ESOP)
Employee compensation has taken various forms over the years. Payment of salary no longer involves just a cash component, it also includes payment in the
A Beginner’s Guide to Reading Stock Option Plan
You’ve been granted stock options by the company where you work. The company has also shared the stock option plan with you. What should you
Understanding Stock Appreciation Rights (SAR)
Are you looking for a way to compensate and motivate employees without issuing shares? SARs are a way to go. In India, there are three
How to understand stock options in your offer letter
You’ve just got an offer letter from the start-up company you interviewed with last week. Is there a clause on stock options in that offer
Understanding your Option Grant Letter
You’ve been granted stock options in a company. You’ve got a letter saying so. What should you look for in the letter before accepting the
