RSU / PSU

A "Unit" is a promise made by an employer to an employee to obtain a future benefit.

Before payment, the beneficiary is not entitled to interest or dividends and there is no possibility of offsetting against debts

Performance Share Unit (PSU)

  • Incentive linked to the company’s performance, generally financial (achievement of specific company targets).
  • Units can be converted into cash or company shares
  • Taxation and quasi-taxation identical to traditional remuneration
  • Alignment of management and employee objectives with those of shareholders
  • Vesting period over several years (minimum 3 years)

Restricted Share Unit (RSU)

  • Units can be converted into cash or shares in the company
  • Generally subject to conditions
  • Taxation and quasi-taxation identical to traditional remuneration, taxed at the time of final acquisition/payment
  • Period of acquisition or payment over several years (2-3 years)