Equity Income

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Definition: Equity Income


Equity Income


Full Definition of Equity Income


1. Stocks: Dividend income derived from ownership of company stock. A dividend is a portion of company’s earnings that is divided and given to shareholders based on their equity in the company—or amount of shares held in company stock. Dividends are usually issued on a dollar amount per share basis. 2. Mutual Funds: A mutual fund which invests in company stocks that produce consistent dividend income and show great potential for capital appreciation.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Equity Income are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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