Accounting Terminology

Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)

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Cumulative net incomes of a corporation less losses and dividend distributions to shareholders, profits not distributed is referred to Retained Earnings. If the accumulated earnings are exceeded by losses, then it is referred to as Accumulated Deficit. It is reflected in the equity section of the balance sheet.
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