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This excerpt taken from the GWW DEF 14A filed Mar 18, 2005. ISOs In general, an optionee realizes no taxable income upon the grant or exercise of an ISO. However, the exercise of an ISO may result in an alternative minimum tax liability to the optionee. With some exceptions, a disposition of shares purchased under an ISO within two (2) years from the date of grant or within one (1) year after exercise produces ordinary income to the optionee equal to the value of the shares at the time of exercise less the exercise price. The same amount is deductible by Grainger as compensation. Any additional gain recognized in the disposition is treated as a capital gain for which Grainger is not entitled to a deduction. |
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