Treasury stock method (TSM)

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The method for computing dilutive shares from in-the-money options under US GAAP: net new shares = n · (1 - K / barP), where n is options outstanding, K is weighted-average strike, and barP is the average market price over the period. Assumes proceeds from option exercise are used to repurchase shares at barP.

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