Payout Period

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Definition: Payout Period


Payout Period


Full Definition of Payout Period


1. Dividends per share divided by earnings per share. 2. The early stage, before a project’s startup costs and cumulative operating expenses have been recovered, during which cash flow is negative. 3. The period during which annuity or retirement withdrawals are made.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Payout Period 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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