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Distribution In Kind

What Does It Mean?
What Does Distribution In Kind Mean?
A distribution made in the form of stock rather than cash.

Also referred to as a "distribution in specie".
Investopedia Says
Investopedia explains Distribution In Kind
This type of distribution occurs when cash is not readily available or allocating stock is the better alternative. An example would be a stock dividend.

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