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GlossaryStocks & Shares

Dividend

A distribution of a company's profits to its shareholders, usually paid in cash per share. Dividends are discretionary — never guaranteed — and can be cut or suspended at any time.

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  • DividendsStocks & Shares
  • 401(k)Brokers & Accounts
  • Assignment & ExerciseOptions
  • BuybacksStocks & Shares
  • Common StockStocks & Shares
  • Compound GrowthGetting Started

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Blue ChipBook ValueBuybackCommon StockDilutionDividend YieldEPSEx-Dividend DateFloatGrowth Stock

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