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Definition of 'Equalizing Dividend'

An additional dividend paid to eligible stockholders when their divided income is reduced due to a change the board of directors makes to the dividend payment schedule.
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Investopedia explains 'Equalizing Dividend'

Equalizing dividends are paid to shareholders to compensate them for any dividend income lost from the change.

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