In October, Williams Corporation distributed profits to its preferred shareholders before its common shareholders. What is the name of the preference that allows this?

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Dividend preference refers to the priority given to preferred shareholders to receive dividends before common shareholders. This is a common feature of preferred stock, ensuring that these shareholders receive their dividends before any distributions are made to common shareholders.

In October, Williams Corporation Distributed Profits to Its Preferred Shareholders