Articles Tagged 'corporate-actions'

Special Dividends: When Companies Share Extraordinary Cash
Discover what special dividends are, why companies issue them, and how these one-time cash payments differ from regular dividends in our comprehensive guide.

Reverse Mergers and SPAC Remnants: Complete Guide
Understand reverse mergers and SPACs, alternative paths to public markets that bypass traditional IPOs, including their mechanics, risks, and opportunities.

ATM Programs and Follow-on Offerings: How Companies Raise Capital After Going Public
Learn how public companies raise capital through ATM programs and follow-on offerings, their impact on stock prices, and what investors should know.

Split-Adjusted vs Raw Stock Prices: Complete Guide
Master the difference between split-adjusted and raw stock prices. Learn how splits affect charts, why adjustments matter for analysis, and calculate accurate returns.

Ex-Dividend Date Explained: Record Date vs Payment Date Guide
Master the three critical dividend dates that determine who gets paid. Learn why stocks drop on ex-dividend date and how to time your purchases correctly.

Stock Splits: Complete Guide to Forward and Reverse Splits
Complete guide to stock splits: Learn forward & reverse split mechanics, why companies split stocks, real examples, and how to track splits in 2025.