For Adobe employees
Adobe Equity Tax Visualizer
Interactive illustrations of how each type of Adobe equity award is taxed under U.S. federal rules.
Eight plans, one tool
Pick an award type and see when it's taxed, how it's taxed, and what changes with your holding period.
Stock options
NSO and ISO exercise and sale, holding periods and AMT
SARs
Stock appreciation rights paid in shares or cash
Stock grants
Restricted stock and the 83(b) election
Stock purchase rights
Buying restricted shares, discounts and 83(b)
RSUs
Vesting, withholding gaps and holding after vest
Performance shares
Payout estimates, TSR and Net New Sales goals
Performance units
Dollar-based awards compared with performance shares
ESPP
Lookback discount, qualifying vs. disqualifying sales
Get your copy
Fill out the form and the visualizer downloads straight to your computer. It opens in any web browser, no login or install.
Plug in your own share prices, dates and tax rates
Compare after-tax outcomes side by side
See holding periods, withholding gaps and AMT at a glance
Download the Visualizer
Free for Adobe employees.
Disclosure
These tools are designed to teach concepts. Capita is an independent wealth management company and not affiliated with Adobe. You should consult with your tax professional and financial advisor before taking any action with your equity compensation. Use these tools to understand general concepts associated with your equity compensation. We would be happy to discuss your individual situation. You can reach us at connect@capitamail.com or 801.566.5058.