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The exercise price of outstanding share options.

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The number of share options expired in a share-based payment arrangement.

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The fair value of options granted in a share-based payment arrangement, at grant date.

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The measurement period for share-based payments arrangements to determine whether options vest

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Percentage of outstanding options converted to shares

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Percentage of shares awarded in the event of initial public offering

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Percentage of shares not automatically awarded in event of initial public offering, subject to performance conditions

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Share options subject to performance conditions, annual vesting percentage if target achieved

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