A company called Oportun gave some of their new employees special rewards called "restricted stock units" that they can get in the future if they work there. This is a way to encourage people to join and stay at the company. They did this twice, once in September 2023 and again in December 2023, for different groups of new employees. The rewards are part of a plan that helps Oportun attract talented workers. Read from source...

1. The title is misleading and sensationalized, as the article does not report any "inducement grants" but rather restricted stock units (RSUs) that were granted to new employees in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). This rule allows companies to grant RSUs without shareholder approval as an inducement for attracting and retaining talent. The use of the term "inducement" implies a negative connotation, suggesting that Oportun is bribing or luring new employees with stock awards, which is not the case. A more accurate title would be something like "Oportun Grants Restricted Stock Units to New Employees under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)".
2. The article does not provide any context or background information on Oportun, its mission, values, products, or services. It only focuses on the stock awards granted to new employees, which is irrelevant for investors or the general public who are interested in learning more about Oportun as a company and its impact on society. The article also does not mention any financial performance or outlook of Oportun, which would be useful for evaluating its business model and growth potential.
3. The article uses vague and exaggerated language to describe the restricted stock unit awards, such as "intelligent borrowing, sav