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RSUs are converted to shares once they are vested, and therefore do not expire. Options have a stated expiration date (often, but not always, 10 years from the date they are granted.) RSUs are taxed as ordinary income at the time they become vested and liquid. A stock option is taxed at the time it is exercised.

: restricted and unregistered stock that may not be sold to the general public without undergoing registration.

The restrictions are intended to deter premature selling that might adversely affect the company. It typically becomes available for sale under a graded vesting schedule that lasts several years. Restricted stock is also referred to as "letter stock" and "section 1244 stock."

Different classes will have different voting rights, dividend payouts, etc. In addition, some companies will have an issuance of stock in different countries (e.g. VEOEY). As such, the company would have a different stock symbol for each stock exchange that they have issued stock on. Hope this helps.

Restricted stock refers to unregistered shares issued by public companies in private placement transactions and also to registered and unregistered securities held by affiliates and issuers. Restricted stock cannot be sold through public transactions due to securities laws and regulations.

Newly restricted investments must be disposed of within 5 business days of the notification.

Restricted stock typically becomes available for sale under a graded vesting schedule that lasts several years. Restricted stock is also referred to as "letter stock" and "section 1244 stock."