Dividend policy Tax planning with reference to dividend policy involves structuring the payment of dividends in a tax-efficient manner. Here are some key tax planning considerations in relation to dividend policy: Dividend Distribution Tax (DDT): In certain jurisdictions, companies are required to pay DDT on the distribution of dividends. Tax planning can involve assessing the… Read More »
Types of Reserves There are typically two types of reserves that can appear on a corporate balance sheet: revenue reserves and capital reserves. Revenue reserves are create from profits earn by the company and not distributed as dividends to shareholders. These reserves can be used for a variety of purposes, such as reinvesting in… Read More »
Net Revenue and Gross profit Net revenue, also called net sales, refers to the total income a company generates from its operations after deducting certain items such as discounts, returns, and allowances. It represents the actual amount of money a business brings in from selling its goods or services. Formula for Net Revenue: Net Revenue=Gross Sales−Returns−Allowances−Discounts\text{Net Revenue}… Read More »
