An increase in a firm's number of shares outstanding without any change in owners' equity is called a:

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A stock split increases a firm's number of shares outstanding without any change in owners' equity. This is achieved by dividing each existing share into multiple shares, thereby reducing the share price while maintaining the overall value of the owners' equity. This is often done to make the stock more affordable and accessible to a wider range of investors, or to increase trading liquidity. Special dividends, share repurchases, tender offers, and liquidating dividends do not involve an increase in shares outstanding.

An Increase in a Firm's Number of Shares Outstanding Without