Why is the dividend yield so low?

John Carlson ()

Economic Commentary, 2001, issue Apr

Abstract: The dividend yield on stocks has dropped sharply over the last decade. Is its drop a consequence of irrational exuberance? This Commentary assesses alternative explanations for the diminished dividend yield.

Keywords: Dividends (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2001
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