Shares Outstanding Common Class Only (Historical)
Returns common shares outstanding (excludes preferred) from historical balance sheets.
Syntax
=hf_Shares_outstanding_common_class_only(Symbol, Year, [Quarter], [TTM])Parameters
symbolstringRequired
yearstringRequired
quarterstring
TTMstring
Returns
number
Common shares outstanding
Examples
=hf_Shares_outstanding_common_class_only("AAPL", 2023, 4)When to Use
- EPS calculations
- Market cap calculations
- Share dilution analysis
When NOT to Use
| Scenario | Use Instead |
|---|---|
| Need total shares | hf_Total_common_shares_outstanding() |
Common Issues & FAQ
Why is this different from total shares?
This may exclude certain share classes in dual-class structures.
Excel Templates Using Shares Outstanding Common Class Only (Historical)
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