Most Active Articles 2009-11-24T01:07:14.450-05:00 Business Exchange Business_Exchange@businessweek.com urn:com:businessweek:bx:topic:most-active:stock-options John A. Byrne jbyrne076 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:11026495638472880923-c3f44a3d30f6ca8a3dfa51b6772f9b58 2009-11-13T13:34:38.290-05:00

Entire courses have been developed to teach new investors how to decipher the world of options symbols. Heck, we've developed guides that help...

Entire courses have been developed to teach new investors how to decipher the world of options symbols. Heck, we've developed guides that help... http://www.brokernewsblog.com/index.php/20091113248/Broker-News/News/Coming-Soon-to-a-Broker-Near-You-Easy-to-Understand-Options-Symbols-OXPS-SCHW-AMTD.html Dan Olson dolson229 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13597540626307832066-2d3741addeb78c8dbbdce342460e1ca4 2009-10-29T02:27:00.550-04:00

Read about three strategic milestones that have enabled King Arthur Flour to grow revenues over 1800% since 1990.

Read about three strategic milestones that have enabled King Arthur Flour to grow revenues over 1800% since 1990. http://blog.winningworkplaces.org/blog/winning-workplaces/0/0/people-practices-fuel-three-stages-of-revenue-growth-at-king-arthur-flour Mark Harbeke mharbeke724 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:932061009320689225-972672f195af66c75707f90b4180d21a 2008-10-21T21:10:00.000-04:00

THOUSANDS FLEECED IN STOCK OPTIONS INVESTMENT SCAM!

THOUSANDS FLEECED IN STOCK OPTIONS INVESTMENT SCAM! http://cccopm.wordpress.com/ 74 74 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:7784297926620729299-12c248838f8a844875b4d811ed44a190 2009-08-21T06:30:10.559-04:00

In 2007, when Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg was pressed about when his company would sell shares to the public, he said he was in no rush. "I don't think four more years is too long for employees to wait to cash out," he told me at the time.

In 2007, when Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg was pressed about when his company would sell shares to the public, he said he was in no rush. "I don't think four more years is too long for employees to wait to cash out," he told me at the time. http://www.businessweek.com/technology/content/aug2009/tc20090819_747999.htm Roger Neal rneal074 5 4 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:11654758345085605487-fc8ee1643ce7a6b14716cd825325a1ca 2009-09-28T20:13:19.096-04:00

Among the 2009 Top Small Workplaces that share ownership broadly, employees own company stock at a rate of nearly 2:1 vs. the CEO.

Among the 2009 Top Small Workplaces that share ownership broadly, employees own company stock at a rate of nearly 2:1 vs. the CEO. http://blog.winningworkplaces.org/blog/winning-workplaces/0/0/among-top-small-workplaces-that-have-employee-ownership-rate-of-employee-vs-ceo-shares-is-growing Mark Harbeke mharbeke724 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10892592095293194235-c48d6cc283af8e794f4a39929c4be5f5 2009-03-19T22:43:00.000-04:00

How would I receive any money? Are checks sent out at the end of every quarter?

How would I receive any money? Are checks sent out at the end of every quarter? http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090319194357AAF89pJ 49 48 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10947203398876677886-3e0502bc7b4548ec49715c2d0003f0c1 2009-08-25T18:13:22.290-04:00

Executive pay critic Graef Crystal looks at the impact of the economic slowdown on stock option grants.

Executive pay critic Graef Crystal looks at the impact of the economic slowdown on stock option grants. http://www.graefcrystal.com/images/CRYS_REP_INMON_GAINS_8_24_09.pdf John A. Byrne jbyrne076 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12441748925660365716-5145fef9816189883a3db33068058bee 2009-08-20T19:21:09.040-04:00

A new survey finds that 89% of ESOP companies outperformed the stock market last year. We find that ESOP companies perform better on other business metrics, too.

A new survey finds that 89% of ESOP companies outperformed the stock market last year. We find that ESOP companies perform better on other business metrics, too. http://blog.winningworkplaces.org/blog/winning-workplaces/0/0/stock-market-doing-better-but-if-you-want-to-outperform-it-long-term-you-may-want-to-go-esop Mark Harbeke mharbeke724 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2517426605368561673-c7e6796d44c85856d3c3093300e90ffb 2009-08-28T16:05:07.039-04:00

American Superconductor (AMSC) has traded higher as the contracts for wind energy products become more attractive and profitable. The stock is extended, however and vulnerable to a sharp multiple contraction.

American Superconductor (AMSC) has traded higher as the contracts for wind energy products become more attractive and profitable. The stock is extended, however and vulnerable to a sharp multiple contraction. http://zachstocks.com/2009/08/american-superconductor-wind-energy/ Zachary Scheidt zscheidt765 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:15563407330788945170-767f1ce225b6893bb4a87bd1ad885b84 2009-08-25T21:00:27.589-04:00

Lululemon Athletica (LULU) has rebounded nicely from the March low. While the niche apparel company has a strong product line and has expanded the number of stores, its same store sales figures along with inventory levels raise concern.

Lululemon Athletica (LULU) has rebounded nicely from the March low. While the niche apparel company has a strong product line and has expanded the number of stores, its same store sales figures along with inventory levels raise concern. http://zachstocks.com/2009/08/lululemon-athletica-alarming-trends/ Zachary Scheidt zscheidt765 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9232607316629476428-05a46bbad4122ff743dbf91075c62ec4 2008-12-23T13:53:00.000-05:00

...repricing strategy in Underwater Stock Options and...

...repricing strategy in Underwater Stock Options and... http://www.janichlawgroup.com/dl/DNJ.Article.Underwater.Options.2.pdf 20 20 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:15142842699580265582-0eb29887e16bff3aaad3c26ee3c7d00f 2009-08-20T12:28:24.225-04:00

Declining oil inventory sent the markets higher Wednesday. The assumption was that lower inventory was a sign of economic demand. While it appears there are some hidden details not yet priced in, several attractive energy opportunities are emerging.

Declining oil inventory sent the markets higher Wednesday. The assumption was that lower inventory was a sign of economic demand. While it appears there are some hidden details not yet priced in, several attractive energy opportunities are emerging. http://zachstocks.com/2009/08/oil-inventory-report-fuels-market-rally/ Zachary Scheidt zscheidt765 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1589448723935119604-4170dc3b0c31eb2b7f9859b4cf4e7ebd 2009-08-20T11:51:35.675-04:00

Rosetta Stone IPO is close to showing losses after management announced weak guidance. Sales should continue to be stable but marketing expenses have sharply increased.

Rosetta Stone IPO is close to showing losses after management announced weak guidance. Sales should continue to be stable but marketing expenses have sharply increased. http://zachstocks.com/2009/08/rosetta-stone-ipo-under-pressure/ Zachary Scheidt zscheidt765 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:7628558228895241408-5fc9c36007778e6d8b7e917e1ace7402 2009-05-20T08:38:51.021-04:00

Any idea why we continue to reward top executives with stock options? We accept it, nowadays, as a given, but why do we have that practice in the first place? You might say "because it constitutes performance-related pay; through them, you...

Any idea why we continue to reward top executives with stock options? We accept it, nowadays, as a given, but why do we have that practice in the first place? You might say "because it constitutes performance-related pay; through them, you... http://blogs.harvardbusiness.org/vermeulen/2009/05/the-case-against-stock-options.html Freek Vermeulen fvermeulen995 4 3 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:424566916040181191-b981106c14947ba52793dc1c13d93d0c 2009-08-14T14:58:19.088-04:00

Everyone thinks they’re safe from the current financial crisis. No one thinks they’re doomed. I’m talking about the Canadians, of course. See, lately, I’ve read a lot about the superiority of the Canadian banking system. And naturally, my contrarian instincts prompted a search for a way for you to make money as the Canadian banks go down.

Everyone thinks they’re safe from the current financial crisis. No one thinks they’re doomed. I’m talking about the Canadians, of course. See, lately, I’ve read a lot about the superiority of the Canadian banking system. And naturally, my contrarian instincts prompted a search for a way for you to make money as the Canadian banks go down. http://pennysleuth.com/how-to-play-the-canadian-banking-crisis-for-a-quick-double/ Penny Sleuth psleuth510 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14018409424430165862-5a8dfd0f27350623137dbf3c99d19472 2009-08-07T18:01:44.344-04:00

ISM data on the service sector was released today and the numbers were below expectations. The corresponding employment index also fell in what could be an ugly precursor to Friday's Payroll release

ISM data on the service sector was released today and the numbers were below expectations. The corresponding employment index also fell in what could be an ugly precursor to Friday's Payroll release http://zachstocks.com/2009/08/ism-data/ Zachary Scheidt zscheidt765 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10061929105437316339-d9c9430889685d3a983ac04ae34831d7 2009-04-17T23:03:28.849-04:00

With the stock market in a possibly record-setting swoon, one of the first things boards of directors and senior executives are thinking about is: How soon can they reprice their stock options? Ironically, it may well be the prevalence of stock...

With the stock market in a possibly record-setting swoon, one of the first things boards of directors and senior executives are thinking about is: How soon can they reprice their stock options? Ironically, it may well be the prevalence of stock... http://www.businessweek.com/managing/content/apr2009/ca20090417_941667.htm?chan=careers_managing+index+page_top+stories John A. Byrne jbyrne076 5 4 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1085474063948493998-e486896f1c919c75d7018562c5b1e6e4 2008-11-17T13:47:31.081-05:00

An essay by exec comp expert Graef Crystal

An essay by exec comp expert Graef Crystal http://www.graefcrystal.com/images/CRYS_REP_OPT_BLENDING__10_6_08.pdf John A. Byrne jbyrne076 16 15 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:427999369480914912-6f22c927290431fde0def4aac32652d0 2009-05-07T06:11:33.807-04:00

Any idea why we continue to reward top executives with stock options? You might say, "Because it constitutes performance-related pay; through options, you financially reward top managers for their achievements." Fair enough — for many of us mortals,...

Any idea why we continue to reward top executives with stock options? You might say, "Because it constitutes performance-related pay; through options, you financially reward top managers for their achievements." Fair enough — for many of us mortals,... http://blogs.harvardbusiness.org/vermeulen/2009/04/why-stock-options-are-a-bad-op.html Freek Vermeulen fvermeulen995 4 4 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1164277889416356982-d7194d2ade7d890e6db1e4c118ba7627 2009-06-08T19:15:34.255-04:00

An increasing number of companies are considered handing their employees at-the-market options in exchange for currently-underwater options. Is that a good idea? Is it ethical? Is it moral?

An increasing number of companies are considered handing their employees at-the-market options in exchange for currently-underwater options. Is that a good idea? Is it ethical? Is it moral? http://www.graefcrystal.com/images/CRYS_REP_OPT_EXCH_6_8_09.pdf John A. Byrne jbyrne076 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3981398223220236567-88f52f100fd14d0a9e9ea48868a4d495 2009-02-14T21:18:00.000-05:00

a million dollars a year could only receive bonus of $500,000. And if he or she gets stock options, they can't cash them in until the company pays the government back. It's a reaction to public outrage after reports that 600 employees at Merrill Lynch

a million dollars a year could only receive bonus of $500,000. And if he or she gets stock options, they can't cash them in until the company pays the government back. It's a reaction to public outrage after reports that 600 employees at Merrill Lynch http://c.moreover.com/click/here.pl?r1821607192&f=9791 8 8 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10241303997234286971-bd123b99122eba06d542562938e4b172 2008-11-13T12:58:57.436-05:00

With 'repricing' programs for underwater stock options decidedly unpopular among shareholders, companies are tiptoeing toward decisions on whether to pursue them. David McCann- CFO.com | US Share After the Internet bubble burst in the early

With 'repricing' programs for underwater stock options decidedly unpopular among shareholders, companies are tiptoeing toward decisions on whether to pursue them. David McCann- CFO.com | US Share After the Internet bubble burst in the early http://c.moreover.com/click/here.pl?r1689466492&f=9791 10 9 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17640796038882540935-76452d55e3e50bb102c5ab158ae489b1 2009-01-23T03:30:00.000-05:00

you, too, Google (Nasdaq: GOOG)! Fresh from announcing market-besting quarterly results last night, Google is repricing its employee stock options. In other words, workers holding options with strike prices that are underwater -- and 85% of them are,

you, too, Google (Nasdaq: GOOG)! Fresh from announcing market-besting quarterly results last night, Google is repricing its employee stock options. In other words, workers holding options with strike prices that are underwater -- and 85% of them are, http://c.moreover.com/click/here.pl?r1785297132&f=9791 7 7 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2763067004640468123-3888cad8271fbc94259fc4df7ca23c65 2008-11-15T08:45:44.776-05:00

you have been hurt by the stock market plunge? At least you don't have a lot of stock options. A survey of the paper losses suffered by 175 chief executives of American companies shows that they lost a total of $52.3 billion through Oct. 27, when the

you have been hurt by the stock market plunge? At least you don't have a lot of stock options. A survey of the paper losses suffered by 175 chief executives of American companies shows that they lost a total of $52.3 billion through Oct. 27, when the http://c.moreover.com/click/here.pl?r1692503056&f=9791 8 7 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1435994658493369693-722a3513f6ac4d22ad0269ba243c8ab6 2009-03-14T01:41:00.000-04:00

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