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What is Equity Compensation & How It Work?

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Equity compensation is a powerful tool used by companies to attract, retain, and incentivize employees. Unlike traditional forms of compensation such as salary and bonuses, equity compensation grants employees ownership stakes in the company. How Equity Compensation Works?

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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). It is an employee benefit that gives employees the opportunity to purchase company shares at a predetermined price, known as the “equity value.”