Performance share units are hypothetical share units that are granted to you based mainly on corporate and/or individual performance. Structurally, they are very similar to restricted stock units except these are more focused on your performance. They are designed to mirror share ownership and you will generally be granted additional units having the same value as dividends being paid on the regular shares

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