Dilution
A reduction in earnings per share of common stock that occurs through the issuance of additional shares or the conversion of convertible securities. Investopedia Says:
Adding to the number of shares outstanding reduces the value of holdings of existing shareholders. Related Terms:
Anti-Dilution Provision
Convertible Preferred Stock
Convertibles
Diluted Earning Per Share - Diluted EPS
Employee Stock Option - ESO
Full Ratchet
Open Offer
Outstanding Shares
Secondary Offering
Wash-Out Round |