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Showing 1–3 of 3 articles for “retained earnings”

SEC vs COA: Retained Earnings and Provident Fund Contributions Explained

A clear breakdown of the Supreme Court ruling on using retained earnings for provident fund contributions and officer liability.

Unrestricted Retained Earnings and the Appraisal Right of Dissenting Stockholders

When can a dissenting stockholder sue to collect the fair value of shares? The Supreme Court clarifies the timing rule.

Appraisal Rights and Unrestricted Retained Earnings: Turner v. Lorenzo Shipping

A dissenting stockholder's right to payment accrues only when the corporation has unrestricted retained earnings; a premature suit is dismissible.