Explain Why Other Comprehensive Income Is Excluded from the Numerator

question 16

Essay

Explain why other comprehensive income is excluded from the numerator of the EPS calculation.

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Definitions:

Stock Performance

It refers to the return on investment in a company's stock, taking into account capital appreciation and dividends, over a specified period.

Systematic Risk

The danger associated with the whole market or a specific market segment that cannot be reduced by diversifying investments.

Rate of Inflation

A measure of the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services is rising, and subsequently, purchasing power is falling.

Expected Return

The predicted amount of gain or loss an investment is anticipated to generate, based on historical performance or statistical analysis.