Stock options became common parlance in venture-funded startups in the mid-70s when struggling startups succeeded in attracting the talent and interest of their employees by offering them stock ...

Amid growing fears of a stock-market bubble and correction, financial advisors are factoring in ways to shield stock-option planning from the impact. Widespread fears about a stock-price bubble ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bruce makes the law and tax code understandable to everyone. When you receive a grant of stock options, it is imperative that you ...

As we’ve previously said, equity compensation in general—and stock options in particular—is a critical component of any startup company’s ability to recruit and retain talent. But there is perhaps ...