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stock unit

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noun

    1. the tax basis for evaluating farmers' stock. Cattle, sheep, and deer are each given differing stock-unit values, the basic measure being the ewe equivalent

    2. ( as modifier )

      stock-unit values

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Look at restricted stock unit or stock-based compensation as a percent of revenue, which also contributes to the over-earning aspect.

From Barron's

The price per restricted stock unit is in line with an offer it made to current and former U.S. employees in October, according to a Reuters report which said the company was looking to buy at least $300 million worth of stock at $160 per share.

From Reuters

X will use a restricted stock unit equity model, which would require an initial public offering or a sale of the company for the shares to be taxed as income.

From Washington Times

Amazon will reduce RSU, or restricted stock unit, awards by a “small amount” in the “final outlook year,” according to a note sent to managers last week and shared with The Seattle Times.

From Seattle Times

Each restricted stock unit conveys the right to one common share when it vests.

From Reuters