Business Terms Glossary

Dilution

Definition of Dilution

Dilution is a reduction in the percentage ownership of a given shareholder in a company caused by the issuance of new shares.

Every entrepreneur should take the time to understand dilution thoroughly before raising business financing.

Dilution References On This Site

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  • Phantom Stock and Stock Appreciation Rights - Phantom stocks and SARs are a great way for a company to reward employees for the performance of the firm even if they face obstacles toward awarding stock in the traditional manner or have concerns regarding dilution� perfect tools for the entrepreneur of a young company...
  • Understanding Dilution - There are different types of dilution and not all forms of it affect equity positions...
  • How Equity Dilution Works - Understand stock dilution before you sign your employment agreement and you'll...
  • How Equity Dilution Works - Understand stock dilution before you sign your employment agreement and you'll...
  • Phantom Stock and Stock Appreciation Rights - Phantom stocks and SARs are a great way for a company to reward employees for the performance of the firm even if they face obstacles toward awarding stock in the traditional manner or have concerns regarding dilution� perfect tools for the entrepreneur of a young company...
  • Understanding Dilution - There are different types of dilution and not all forms of it affect equity positions...

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