Definition of a Stakeholder The term stakeholder encompasses a vast array of groups that have an interest in the organization. An interest does not have to be a formal relationship where the other party receives financial compensation or a product, but an informal relationship with someone who could be affected by the business.
Convert a ratio to a percentage. To convert a ratio to percentage, divide the numerator by the denominator, then multiply by 100 and add the percent sign. Example 1: There are 20 students in a classroom.
A payout ratio, expressed as a percentage, is the rate at which a company distributes earnings to its shareholders in the form of dividends. For example, a company that earns $5 a share and pays out $2 a share has a payout ratio of 2 to 5, or 40%.