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Today, we're discussing the fundamental aspects of shares. Can anyone tell me what equity shares are?
Equity shares are those that don't have a fixed dividend.
That's right! Dividends for equity shares vary based on the company's profits. Now, who can explain what preference shares are?
Preference shares have a fixed rate of dividend and get paid before equity shareholders.
Excellent! Let's summarize: Equity shares relate to profit variability, while preference shares prioritize fixed dividends. Remember, "Equity is variable, Preference is priority."
Next, let's explore some key terms. Who can define 'Face Value'?
Face value is the original value of a share.
Correct! Now explain 'Issue Price' for me.
It's the price at which shares are offered, and it can be at par, premium, or discount.
Exactly! To help remember, think of "Face is Original, Issue is Pricing." Let's continue with 'Calls.' Any takers?
Calls are amounts payable at different stages, like Application or Allotment.
Great job! Calls are crucial to share issuance. Remember: 'Calls come in steps.'
Now let’s dive into accounting for shares. What happens when shares are issued at par?
You record the bank account and share application in journal entries.
Correct! For example, when shares are issued at ₹10, we debit Bank A/c and credit Share Application A/c. And what about shares issued at a premium?
The excess amount goes to the Securities Premium A/c!
Exactly. Remember, for premium: 'Add to Securities, it’s a bonus!' Lastly, what do we do if a shareholder fails to pay?
The shares can be forfeited and later reissued at a discount.
Correct! Forfeiture is critical to managing unpaid shares. Good recap today!
Now let's turn our attention to debentures. Can anyone explain what a debenture is?
A debenture is a loan certificate acknowledging a company's debt.
Good job! Debentures can be classified in different ways. Student_2, can you detail those classifications?
Sure! They can be convertible or non-convertible, secured or unsecured, and redeemable or irredeemable.
Excellent summary! To keep it memorable, think "Convertible Change, Secures and Redeems!" We must also know how to account these debentures. What happens in journal entries for debentures issued at par?
You debit the bank and credit the debenture account.
Exactly! Great teamwork today!
Last concept today: redemption of debentures. What does redemption imply?
Redemption is the repayment of debentures at maturity or before.
Correct! Could anyone name the methods of redemption?
Methods include lump-sum payment, installment payment, buying back in the market, or converting to shares.
Exactly! Always remember the mnemonic "L.I.M.C": Lump-sum, Installments, Market, Conversion. Now, tell me about the need for Debenture Redemption Reserve.
It's required to ensure companies have funds available for redemption.
Precisely! Today’s lesson was packed with vital terms. Remember your mnemonics as you review!
No fixed dividend; varies based on profits.
Fixed dividend, priority over equity shares.
Original share value, as stated on the share certificate.
Price paid for shares, can be at par, premium, or discount.
Payments made in installments by shareholders during share acquisition.
Long-term loan instrument acknowledging a debt obligation.
Records excess over face value received during share issuance.
Different ways to repay debentures upon maturity.
Equity varies, preference is stable, Dividends come when profits are able.
Imagine a farmer, equity, who gets paid whenever the harvest is good, and a banker, preference, who always gets their fixed amount at harvest time, irrespective of the yield. The farmer smiles during good harvests while the banker remains steady in profits.
E-P-F: Equity's Profits vary, Preference’s Fixed.
DRR: Debenture Redemption Reserve to secure funds for debenture repayment.
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What are equity shares?
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A voluntary association of individuals engaging in business, contributing capital, sharing profits, and having limited liability.
Shares that provide dividends based on company profits without a fixed rate.
Shares with a fixed dividend rate that have priority over equity shares in payment.
The original value of a share as stated on the stock certificate.
The price at which shares are offered to the public, which can be at par, premium, or discount.
Amounts payable by shareholders in installments during the share acquisition process.
A long-term security that represents a loan made to a company that is to be repaid at a later date.
An account that records the excess amount received over the face value of shares issued at a premium.
The cancellation of shares when a shareholder fails to pay the required calls.
A reserve that companies must create to ensure funds are available for the repayment of debentures.
This section introduces fundamental terms and concepts related to the accounting of Joint Stock Companies, primarily focusing on shares and debentures.
In this section, key terms essential for understanding Joint Stock Company accounts are defined, including types of shares (equity and preference), features such as face value and issue price, as well as aspects of debentures, including their types and accounting entries related to their issue and redemption.
This section covers the basic terms associated with the accounting practices of Joint Stock Companies, focusing on shares and debentures.
Types of Shares:
Key Terms:
Accounting for Shares:
Debentures are loan certificates acknowledging a company’s debt, with classifications into various types, including convertible, secured, and redeemable.
Accounting Entries for Debentures are presented for issues at par and discount, detailing journal entries for transactions.
Redemption of Debentures involves methods of repayment and the necessity to create a Debenture Redemption Reserve (DRR). Journal entries for regular redemptions and those involving premium payments are discussed.
Final Accounts of Companies: According to statutory requirements, companies need to prepare a Balance Sheet and a Statement of Profit and Loss, inclusive of key adjustments like depreciation and provisions.