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EPS (Earnings Per Share)

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A company's profit divided by total outstanding shares, showing how much money each share earned.

Example

Example: Consider an investor building a $100,000 portfolio. EPS (Earnings Per Share) — a company's profit divided by total outstanding shares, showing how much money each — directly affects investment strategy and long-term returns. Getting this concept right can mean tens of thousands of dollars in difference over a 20-year period. Model your portfolio with our investment calculator.

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