Weighted Average Number of Common Shares Outstanding

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The “Weighted Average Number of Common Shares Outstanding” refers to the calculation of the average number of common shares a company has in circulation during a specific period, adjusted for stock splits, dividends, and issuance. This metric is crucial for accurately determining earnings per share (EPS) and reflects changes in a company’s capital structure over time. It ensures that financial performance metrics are not skewed by fluctuations in share count.

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