Additional Paid-In Capital

/ˌædɪʃənəl peɪd ɪn ˈkæpɪtl/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The equity amount received by a corporation from shareholders in excess of the par value of issued stock.
    The company reported additional paid-in capital of $500,000 on its balance sheet.

Forms

  • additional paid-in capital

Commentary

Often used in corporate finance and accounting, this term distinguishes amounts contributed by shareholders beyond the nominal stock value, important for understanding shareholders' equity.

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