Basic Earnings per Share (EPS)

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Basic Earnings per Share (EPS) is a financial metric that quantifies the portion of a company’s profit allocated to each outstanding share of common stock. It is calculated by dividing net income by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during a period. This measure provides insight into a company’s profitability on a per-share basis, aiding investors in evaluating financial performance.

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