Why don't all companies grant ISOs? What are the disadvantages to companies?

Apart from not needing to withhold for ISOs or pay Social Security and Medicare tax, employers derive no substantial benefit from granting ISOs instead of NQSOs. Plus, ISO taxation can be more complex for employees...

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