Wisconsin Directors' Stock Deferral Plan for Norwest Corp.

• Category: Corporations - Public - Incentive Compensation Plans
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-CC-20-111C
• Format: Word; Rich Text

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20-111C 20-111C . . . Directors' Stock Deferral Plan which allow participants to defer to later year certain compensation which would otherwise be includable in income for tax purposes in year in which it would have been paid. The Plans also provide for investment of such compensation in deferred stock account in form of shares of corporation common stock The Wisconsin Directors' Stock Deferral Plan for Nor west Corp. is a comprehensive program designed to empower directors at Nor west Corp., now part of Wells Fargo, by providing them with opportunities to defer the receipt of their stock compensation. This plan allows eligible directors to postpone the delivery of company stock, thereby deferring the associated tax liabilities and potentially enhancing long-term financial security. Under the Wisconsin Directors' Stock Deferral Plan, participating directors have the flexibility to choose from different deferral options based on their financial goals and preferences. These options include: 1. Deferred Compensation Account: Directors can elect to defer a portion of their stock-based compensation into a Deferred Compensation Account. The amount deferred is not immediately subject to income tax and is instead invested, potentially allowing for long-term tax-deferred growth. 2. Stock Unit Account: In addition to the Deferred Compensation Account, directors may have the option to defer receipt of their stock awards as Stock Units. Stock Units represent an unfunded, notional account that tracks the value of a specified number of shares. The units are settled in stock at a later date, providing the potential for appreciation. 3. Dividend Equivalents: Directors who defer receipt of stock units may also choose to receive Dividend Equivalents. Dividend Equivalents enable directors to receive an accrual of dividends on their deferred stock units, enhancing the overall return on investment. By participating in the Wisconsin Directors' Stock Deferral Plan, directors gain the ability to align their compensation with their long-term financial objectives. Additionally, this plan offers the advantage of potentially reducing immediate tax burdens and spreading out stock distributions over time, allowing for better financial planning and strategy. Keywords: Wisconsin Directors' Stock Deferral Plan, Nor west Corp., Wells Fargo, deferred compensation, stock-based compensation, tax deferment, financial security, deferral options, deferred compensation account, stock unit account, dividend equivalents, long-term tax-deferred growth, financial planning, stock distributions, compensation alignment.

The Wisconsin Directors' Stock Deferral Plan for Nor west Corp. is a comprehensive program designed to empower directors at Nor west Corp., now part of Wells Fargo, by providing them with opportunities to defer the receipt of their stock compensation. This plan allows eligible directors to postpone the delivery of company stock, thereby deferring the associated tax liabilities and potentially enhancing long-term financial security. Under the Wisconsin Directors' Stock Deferral Plan, participating directors have the flexibility to choose from different deferral options based on their financial goals and preferences. These options include: 1. Deferred Compensation Account: Directors can elect to defer a portion of their stock-based compensation into a Deferred Compensation Account. The amount deferred is not immediately subject to income tax and is instead invested, potentially allowing for long-term tax-deferred growth. 2. Stock Unit Account: In addition to the Deferred Compensation Account, directors may have the option to defer receipt of their stock awards as Stock Units. Stock Units represent an unfunded, notional account that tracks the value of a specified number of shares. The units are settled in stock at a later date, providing the potential for appreciation. 3. Dividend Equivalents: Directors who defer receipt of stock units may also choose to receive Dividend Equivalents. Dividend Equivalents enable directors to receive an accrual of dividends on their deferred stock units, enhancing the overall return on investment. By participating in the Wisconsin Directors' Stock Deferral Plan, directors gain the ability to align their compensation with their long-term financial objectives. Additionally, this plan offers the advantage of potentially reducing immediate tax burdens and spreading out stock distributions over time, allowing for better financial planning and strategy. Keywords: Wisconsin Directors' Stock Deferral Plan, Nor west Corp., Wells Fargo, deferred compensation, stock-based compensation, tax deferment, financial security, deferral options, deferred compensation account, stock unit account, dividend equivalents, long-term tax-deferred growth, financial planning, stock distributions, compensation alignment.