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Dematerialisation of Shares in Private Companies: India Guide 2026 as per Rule 9B
What is Dematerialisation of Shares? Dematerialisation is the process of converting physical share certificates into electronic format, stored securely in a demat account that is managed by depositories such as
What is Restricted Stock: Complete Guide for Employees and Investors
This article provides an in-depth understanding of restricted stock, a common component of employee compensation packages. We delve into what restricted stock is, its vesting period, taxation implications, and its
Common Liquidity Events for Startups - Fundraising, Acquisition, or IPO
TL;DR: Startups achieve liquidity through fundraising, acquisition, or IPO. Fundraising gets external funding, acquisitions offer faster exits, and IPOs bring public investments. Choose the event based on growth, vision,
What is Tax on ESOPs in India: How to Calculate your perquisite tax?
Perquisite tax is the tax you pay when you exercise stock options, on the difference between the Fair Market Value (share price) and your exercise price. This tax is calculated