Webcast June 25, 2024

Cracking the Code of Relative TSR

Presented by: Raenelle James Josh Schaeffer, PhD

Complex accounting and valuation treatment can throw a wrench in the best-intentioned rTSR design, making these awards notoriously prone to negative surprises. On the upside, they’re incredibly versatile and can yield exceptional shareholder alignment.
In this webcast, we’ll walk through the essentials of what you need to know, focusing on the “why” behind core rTSR design tenets, valuation principles, and accounting rules. We’ll cover:

  • Common rTSR design variations and why they’re used
  • How and why Monte Carlo simulation is used to value these metrics
  • Downstream accounting implications and challenges of rTSR awards
  • Common surprises, implementation issues, and concerns
  • How HR, legal, stock administration, and accounting can collaborate effectively

Learn to navigate the multifaceted world of rTSR awards so you can anticipate their challenges while harnessing their benefits.

CPE Credits: 1.0 (available to live webcast attendees)
Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge
Program Level: Overview
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