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Everything You've Ever Wanted To Know About ESOP Plan

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ESOP plan (employee stock ownership plan) is a form of employee compensation that provides employees with an equity stake in the company. It is also referred to as an employee stock option plan (ESOP) or an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP).

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The A to Z Explanation About Phantom Stocks

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Phantom stock plans, also known as equity compensation plans, equity pay plans, stock bonus plans, or phantom equity plans, are a form of employee stock option plan (ESOP). Companies use phantom stock options as a part of their total reward strategy.