When to exit ESOPs after vesting? Here are 5 points to keep in mind

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When exiting ESOPs, one should keep in mind tax planning, cash flow for tax, the stage of the company, and other avenues of tax saving in order to make the most profitable decisions.

Budget 2023 Expectations: Tax reforms, policy support to maintain ESOPs as critical talent retention tool for startups

<ul><li>ESOP taxation has always been a contentious issue for startups and their employees. Typically, the employee pays a discounted price at the time of exercise. This pre-fixed price, called exercise price, is usually a large cash outflow for the employee depending on the number of ESOPs he exercises.</li></ul>

Monthly vs yearly vested ESOPs: What makes them different for both employers and employees?

Companies are now offering monthly or periodic vesting of ESOPs as a more attractive alternative to the traditional yearly vesting policies to motivate employees to stay for longer periods and contribute to higher output.

Changing jobs? Should you accept an ESOP-inclusive offer?

Candidates must be aware of the rules regarding the vesting period and exercise rights before deciding if they must accept ESOPs as a part of their salary package. Read below to know more 

Liquidating your ESOPs? Know the tax implication first

Many taxpayers receiving ESOPs from their employers are concerned about the tax component of the sale of their employer's shares after a period of time. The taxation of ESOPs on liquidation is similar to equity shares held by taxpayers, albeit with some differences.

How is an ESOP share price determined?

Despite the fact that there is no standard structure for establishing an ESOP, firms can designate their own set of rules considering various factors such as vesting, lock -In period etc. They must, however, adhere to SEBI's legal obligations. Let us understand it in detail.

Why are ESOPs becoming more popular in startups?

When a corporation or a startup picks ESOPs, they are aiming for two main goals: to give workers company shares as a bonus or reward for their great work, and to inspire them to contribute to the company's success.

What are the different types of ESOPs in India?

There are different types of ESOPs available today for employees such as Employee Stock Option Scheme (ESOS) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Let us understand the two types of ESOPs in detail.

ESOP Frenzy: Are you aware of these key terms related to ESOP?

Employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) allow employees to become shareholders in their company. The ESOP's initials may be easier to grasp if an investor is familiar with the terms like exercise period, grants, vesting period etc. Let us discuss these terms in detail.

How does an ESOP work in India?

Employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) are a form of employee benefit plan that allows employees to own a portion of the firm. Continue reading to understand its working from the eyes of both, an employer and an employee.

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