\nThe following is according to my understanding.<\/p>\n
\nEarnings per share is a metric typically applied to large companies with many shareholders and many, many shares outstanding. From a simple point of view, it is calculated as follows:<\/p>\n
\neps=(net income – preferred dividends)\/(common shares outstanding)<\/p>\n\n
\nAs an example, McDonald’s has around 714 million shares outstanding. Its earnings per share for 2025 was $11.95.<\/p>\n
\nEarnings per share can tell if a company is making money, but by itself it doesn’t tell percent profit.<\/p>\n
\nSource:<\/p>\n
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