📈 WTF is Stock-Based Compensation (SBC)? Have you ever been offered SBC as an employee and felt lost? Or, as an investor, found it challenging to evaluate its impact on your investments?

🎥 In this episode, we demystify the intricate world of Stock-Based Compensation, a strategy that is increasingly used by modern corporations. Is SBC good or bad? What's the difference between GAAP and non-GAAP, and why does it matter?

You will learn:
📚 The fundamentals of Stock-Based Compensation and its various forms, including stock options, RSUs, and more
💡 How SBC can impact a company's financial health and its implications for investors and employees
🔍 The key metrics to keep an eye on when evaluating the effect of SBC
💼 Recent trends and developments in SBC and what they mean for you
🌐 The role of GAAP and Non-GAAP metrics in understanding SBC

We explore case studies and concrete examples from companies like Airbnb and Apple, and explain the pros, cons, and potential traps that you need to be aware of.

Whether you're an investor, employee, or just curious about the financial world, this video is your easy guide to understanding Stock-Based Compensation. It's time to take control of your financial future.

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⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 Stock-Based Compensation (SBC)
00:48 What is SBC?
01:03 How does SBC affect investors?
01:50 Where to find SBC in the financials?
03:16 GAAP vs. NON-GAAP
04:54 SBC is a non-cash expense
06:10 The different types of SBC
07:22 The benefits and drawbacks of SBC
08:12 How can investors assess the impact of SBC?
09:38 SBC trends

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