primary earnings per share
Definition
Earnings per share, including common stock, stock options, and some convertible debt. In accordance with FASB rules, primary earnings per share are no longer reported.
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Related Terms
diluted earnings per share, basic earnings per share
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earnings per share (EPS)
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