gravy trains

noun

Definition of gravy trainsnext
plural of gravy train
as in bonuses
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed the new tax law offers a real gravy train to certain categories of investors

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  1. bonuses
  2. dividends
  3. contributions
Noun
  • This marks the first time since 2021 that bonuses in the overall finance industry will grow on a yearly basis.
    Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 13 Nov. 2024
  • Wall Street bonuses could jump as much as 35% this year as the financial services sector basks in strong markets and solid revenue growth.
    Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 13 Nov. 2024
Definition of bonuses
Noun
  • Recent research suggests 34% of the S&P 500's gain from 1940 to 2023 was attributable to dividends.
    GuruFocus, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Delivered over $2 billion to shareholders through dividends, share repurchases and retirement of convertible shares during her tenure.
    Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of dividends
Noun
  • Even a small increase in your monthly contributions now can translate into thousands more for your future self.
    Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The DreamWorks Animation 30th Anniversary Panel will feature SCAD alumni who have made creative contributions at DreamWorks Animation.
    Katcy Stephan, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of contributions
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