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Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP)

Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) are programs that allow employees to own shares in the company they work for. This system aligns the interests of employees and the company, as workers may benefit from the company's success through stock value increases. ESOPs are often used as a retirement benefit, giving employees a financial stake in the company. The company contributes shares to a trust set up for employees, who can access their shares upon retirement or when they leave the company, fostering a sense of ownership and engagement among the workforce.

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    Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) are programs that provide employees with shares of their company's stock, making them partial owners. Companies set up ESOPs to motivate workers, align their interests with the company's success, and as a way to offer retirement benefits. Employees gain from the company’s growth through increases in stock value. Typically, when employees leave the company, they can sell their shares back to the ESOP or on the market. This encourages a sense of ownership and can enhance productivity, as employees directly benefit from their company's performance.