What is a dividend? Detailed answer

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What is a dividend?

A dividend is a part of the profit of a joint-stock company, which it distributes among shareholders in accordance with their shares.

The amount of dividends paid on preferred shares is fixed in advance. Dividends on ordinary shares may vary depending on the profitability of the joint-stock company.

Author: Mendeleev V.A.

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