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What is the share premium?
When shares are issued at price which is more than face value then issuance of shares is called issued at premium and that excess amount above face value is called share premium.
Why are shares issued at a premium?
Well the company wants to profit. And issuing shares at premium provides capital to the company without changing its equity capital.
How do you record premium on capital stock?
Premium on capital stock is recorded in the equity section of the balance sheet as an additional paid-in capital account. When shares are issued at a price above their par value, the excess amount received is credited to this account. For example, if a company issues shares with a par value of $1 for $5, the $4 difference is recorded as "Additional Paid-In Capital" or "Premium on Capital Stock." This reflects the total amount contributed by shareholders beyond the nominal value of the shares.
What is security premium account?
(1) Where a company issues shares at a premium, whether for cash or otherwise, a sum equal to the aggregate amount or value of the premiums on those shares shall be transferred to an account, to be called "the1[securities] premium account"; and the provisions of this Act relating to the reduction of the 1[securities] capital of a company shall, except as provided in this section apply as if the 1[securities] premium account were paid-up 1[securities] capital of the company.(2) The 1[securities] premium account may, notwithstanding anything in sub-section (1), be applied by the company-(a) in paying up unissued shares of the company to be issued to members of the company as fully paid bonus shares;(b) in writing off the preliminary expenses of the company;(c) in writing off the expenses of, or the commission paid or discount allowed on, any issue of shares or debentures of the company; or(d) in providing for the premium payable on the redemption of any redeemable preference shares or of any debentures of the company.(3) Where a company has, before the commencement of this Act, issued any shares at a premium, this section shall apply as if the shares had been issued after the commencement of this Act:Provided that any part of the premiums which has been so applied that it does not at the commencement of this Act form an identifiable part of the company's reserves within the meaning of Schedule VI shall be disregarded in determining the sum to be included in the 1[securities] premium account.
What is the effect of a bonus issue on the share capital and share premium account?
Bonus shares increases the share capital while reduces the share premium account because amount of share premium is used to issue bonus shares.
When company issues shares at a premium the amount of premium may be received by the company?
yes,the company can receive the amount of premium.
What is shares premium?
When shares are issued at price which is more than face value then issuance of shares is called issued at premium and that excess amount above face value is called share premium.
What is share premium reserve?
Share premium occurs when a company sells its shares at a price higher than face value, meaning it earned more money than the share is stated to be worth. This excess money is held in reserve in a share premium account, and it can be used to pay equity related expenses, such as underwriting, or to issue bonus shares to stockholders.
What is the share premium?
When shares are issued at price which is more than face value then issuance of shares is called issued at premium and that excess amount above face value is called share premium.
Why are shares issued at a premium?
Well the company wants to profit. And issuing shares at premium provides capital to the company without changing its equity capital.
How do you record premium on capital stock?
Premium on capital stock is recorded in the equity section of the balance sheet as an additional paid-in capital account. When shares are issued at a price above their par value, the excess amount received is credited to this account. For example, if a company issues shares with a par value of $1 for $5, the $4 difference is recorded as "Additional Paid-In Capital" or "Premium on Capital Stock." This reflects the total amount contributed by shareholders beyond the nominal value of the shares.
What is security premium account?
(1) Where a company issues shares at a premium, whether for cash or otherwise, a sum equal to the aggregate amount or value of the premiums on those shares shall be transferred to an account, to be called "the1[securities] premium account"; and the provisions of this Act relating to the reduction of the 1[securities] capital of a company shall, except as provided in this section apply as if the 1[securities] premium account were paid-up 1[securities] capital of the company.(2) The 1[securities] premium account may, notwithstanding anything in sub-section (1), be applied by the company-(a) in paying up unissued shares of the company to be issued to members of the company as fully paid bonus shares;(b) in writing off the preliminary expenses of the company;(c) in writing off the expenses of, or the commission paid or discount allowed on, any issue of shares or debentures of the company; or(d) in providing for the premium payable on the redemption of any redeemable preference shares or of any debentures of the company.(3) Where a company has, before the commencement of this Act, issued any shares at a premium, this section shall apply as if the shares had been issued after the commencement of this Act:Provided that any part of the premiums which has been so applied that it does not at the commencement of this Act form an identifiable part of the company's reserves within the meaning of Schedule VI shall be disregarded in determining the sum to be included in the 1[securities] premium account.
What is the effect of a bonus issue on the share capital and share premium account?
Bonus shares increases the share capital while reduces the share premium account because amount of share premium is used to issue bonus shares.
Can preference shares be issued at premium?
Yes, preference shares can be issued at a premium. When issued at a premium, the amount paid above the nominal or par value is recorded as a premium on preference shares. This practice allows companies to raise additional capital beyond the face value of the shares, often reflecting higher demand or perceived value. However, the terms of issuance, including any premiums, must comply with relevant regulations and company policies.
If forfeiture share is reissued at premium then why security premium is credited?
in case the shares have been issued at a premium and the amount of premium has been received then at the time of forfeiture of such share
How can premium on redemption of preference shares can be adjusted?
The premium on redemption of preference shares can be adjusted by debiting the Securities Premium Account and crediting the Preference Share Capital Account. This adjustment ensures that the premium is accounted for and reflects the reduction in the company's equity when the shares are redeemed. Additionally, the amount can be adjusted against the general reserves or retained earnings, depending on the company's accounting policies and legal provisions.
What are the uses of share premium?
Share premium is used for many purposes and 1 of them is redemption of preference shares and debentures
