accumulated dividend definition

accumulated dividend

Dividend that is due to the holders of cumulative preferred stock (preference shares) in the current accounting period, but is being carried forward to the next accounting period. It is shown in the account books as a liability, until paid.

accumulated dividend is in the Accounting & Auditing, Banking, Commerce & Finance and Investing subjects.

accumulated dividend appears in the definition of the following term: cumulative dividend

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