Explain the Purposes of Endorsement

question 64

Essay

Explain the purposes of endorsement.

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Definitions:

Record Date

The specific date set by a company to determine the shareholders eligible to receive dividends or other distributions.

Payment Date

The specific date on which a dividend payment is made to shareholders or a date on which any financial obligation must be settled.

Basic Earnings

The income earned by a company divided by the total number of shares outstanding; a measure of the company's profitability.