Financial

calls in arrears

calls in arrears

the difference that arises between CALLED-UP CAPITAL and PAID-UP CAPITAL where a JOINT-STOCK COMPANY issues SHARES with phased payment terms and shareholders fail to pay an instalment. See SHARE ISSUE.
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