What is another word for stock dividend?
Pronunciation: [stˈɒk dˈɪvɪdənd] (IPA) 
A stock dividend is a payment made by a company to shareholders in the form of additional stock. However, there are several synonyms for this term that are used interchangeably in finance and investment circles. Alternatives include bonus shares, script issue, stock split, and scrip dividend. A bonus share is often given to shareholders as a reward for their loyalty and long-term commitment to the company. A script issue involves distributing dividend payments in the form of shares instead of cash. A stock split is when a company increases the number of shares outstanding, thereby reducing the price per share. Finally, a scrip dividend allows shareholders to elect to receive additional shares instead of cash dividends.
