How is dividend income calculated?

How is dividend income calculated?

To calculate your dividend income, multiply the dividend per share by the number of shares you own.

For example: If a company pays ₹42 per share as a dividend and you own 100 shares, your dividend income will be 100 × 42 = ₹4,200.

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