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To: Ilaine who wrote (28227)1/30/2003 8:15:13 AM
From: LLCF  Respond to of 74559
 
Yes, I think they are more flexible overall being basically a written contract vs restricting stock, etc. My only point was Berkeley seems to be hinging the stability of the World on stock options.

Looking back at the article again, I'm frankly quite shocked... is the guy really Vice Chair of the NASD? Is like like assistant Vice President of a bank? I hope so.

DAK



To: Ilaine who wrote (28227)1/30/2003 6:42:37 PM
From: EL KABONG!!!  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 74559
 
CobaltBlue,

Actually I don't know why options are used rather than stock.

It's because of the tax treatment afforded companies by the issuance of options rather than actual stock. Actual stock grants (whether restricted or not) are treated differently under the tax codes. I'm not sure of the exact differences. Perhaps your corporate accountant friend can detail the differences.

KJC


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