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Some times a corporation would like to pay out a dividend but they just don't have the money. They could pay what is called a stock dividend. For instants they could pay out one share for every 10 shares you already have. When they do this you are not really gaining anything, because it usually means that the stock shares are worth 10% less. But at least it makes people feel good, when they get that stock certificate in the mail. Some times a corp. will give you a choice. You can take a dividend check or more stock.
One more thing. Sometimes you do not get a stock certificate for the additional shares. Some times they are put on a statement and the shares are held for you.
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What is a dividend rate?
Dividend rate is defined as a % when compared to the face value of a stock. Dividend is nothing but periodic sharing of profit by public limited companies with its share holders. Assuming a stock with a face value of Rs. 10/- declares a dividend of Rs. 5/- per share then dividend rate would be 50%
How do you calculate ex-stock dividend price?
Ex-stock dividend is equal to the price of the dividend of the stock, the only difference is the face that the dividend is actually paid to the seller rather then the buyer of the stock.
The per share amount normally assigned by the board of directors to a small stock dividend is?
zero
What has the higher return preferred stock or common stock?
Dividend on common stock has to be more than dividend on preferred stock because of higher risk involved in equity investments.
What is stock divided yield?
Stock dividend yield is a ratio useful in stock analysis. It is calculated by this formula: dividend per stock/stock price*100% In some cases the divisor in the formula may differ. Instead of the current stock price, it may be the price an investor purchased the stock at, or it may be the price when the dividend was paid.
What is a dividend rate?
Dividend rate is defined as a % when compared to the face value of a stock. Dividend is nothing but periodic sharing of profit by public limited companies with its share holders. Assuming a stock with a face value of Rs. 10/- declares a dividend of Rs. 5/- per share then dividend rate would be 50%
How do you calculate ex-stock dividend price?
Ex-stock dividend is equal to the price of the dividend of the stock, the only difference is the face that the dividend is actually paid to the seller rather then the buyer of the stock.
The per share amount normally assigned by the board of directors to a small stock dividend is?
zero
If an investor buys stock on the ex-dividend date will that individual receive the dividend?
No, the definition of ex-dividend date is trading without the dividend. Any stock purchased "ex-dividend" date is not entitled to the dividend. AND equally as importantly OFFSETTING this - is the insatnt that happens the stock price is reduced by the amiunt of the dividend being paid. NO you cannot "steal" a dividend - that is buy it the day before the divideden gets paid (or ownership date actually) - and sell the day after - all you do is get the dividend and the equally lower stock value.
If you sell a stock on the ex dividend date do you still get the dividend?
yes!
Does stock that pays special dividend always go down by the amount of the dividend?
The ex-dividend date is the day after which all shares bought and sold no longer come attached with the right to be paid the most recently declared dividend. This is an important date for any company that has many stockholders, including those that trade on exchanges, as it makes reconciliation of who is to be paid the dividend easier. Prior to this date, the stock is said to be cum dividend ('with dividend'): existing holders of the stock and anyone who buys it will receive the dividend, whereas any holders selling the stock lose their right to the dividend. On and after this date the stock becomes ex dividend: existing holders of the stock will receive the dividend even if they now sell the stock, whereas anyone who now buys the stock now will not receive the dividend. It is relatively common for a stock's price to decrease on the ex-dividend date by an amount roughly equal to the dividend paid. This reflects the decrease in the company's assets resulting from the declaration of the dividend. However it must be emphasised that there is no direct link between the price and the dividend, this price movement is simply a result of market action. To sum up the date a dividend is paid is not the date a stock usually goes down but rather the date that the stock purchase no longer includes the dividend. This in no way is a guarentee a stock could be up considerably that day based on market conditions and a number of other things even with the downward pressure of no longer being able to receive that dividend.
Where can I find online information about dividend investor?
Leading dividend income websites provide a wealth of information as well as dividend stock ... high dividend stocks, a dividend stock rating system, and investing videos, ... which allow you to create a dividend portfolio using their online tools.
What has the higher return preferred stock or common stock?
Dividend on common stock has to be more than dividend on preferred stock because of higher risk involved in equity investments.
What is relative dividend yield?
Relative Dividend Yield is dividend yield of a stock compared the dividend yield of the S&P 500
What is the effect of a stock dividend on a corporation's stockholders'equity accounts?
The stock Dividend is more or less profit sharing. When a dividend paying company is profitable they pass along those profits to the shareholders in the form of a dividend check.
How long do you need to own a stock before being paid dividends?
you must own the stock prior to the ex-dividend date to receive the recently announced dividend. owning the stock one day before the ex-dividend date qualifies an investor to that dividend payout
What is accumulated dividend?
A dividend due, but not yet paid, to a preferred stock holder.
