dividend
A dividend is a portion of a company's earnings that is distributed to its shareholders. Companies typically pay dividends as a way to share profits with investors who own their stock. The amount and frequency of dividends can vary, and they are usually paid in cash or additional shares of stock.
Dividends are often expressed as a fixed amount per share, such as $1 per share, or as a percentage of the share price, known as the dividend yield. Investors often look for companies with a strong history of paying dividends, as this can indicate financial stability and a commitment to returning value to shareholders.