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Incentive Stock Option

Definition of Incentive Stock Option:

Stock options given to employees that allow them to purchase company stock at a set price (below market value) as a means of promoting company loyalty. The difference between the purchase and the market price is not accounted for in your normal tax, but it does effect your AMT.