Financial Terms Glossary

The most important financial terms - with simple and concise explanations.

Dividend

A dividend is a share of a corporation's profits that is paid out to shareholders. In this country, dividends are usually paid out annually, whereas in the USA they are quarterly. The amount of the dividend is determined at the company's general meeting.

Read more about dividends

Financial terms from A-Z

A B C D E F G H I J K L M
N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z