Definitions for "cumulative dividend"
A dividend paid on cumulative preference shares, that the company is liable...
A dividend which accumulates if not paid in the pe... Add a comment
This is a feature that allows for unpaid dividends to accumulate if a company has missed a dividend payment. This usually occurs because of financial difficulties. If and when a company is in shape to pay dividends again, it will have to pay all back dividends before it can start again.