Discontinued — last reported Q1 '17
An increase suggests higher utilization of equity as a compensation tool, which may indicate a focus on long-term retention but also implies potential future dilution for existing shareholders.
This metric represents the total expense recognized in the financial statements related to equity-based awards granted t...
Comparable to 'Stock-Based Compensation Expense' found in the operating expenses or cash flow statements of peer companies in the business services sector.
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