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# UnderlyingDividendComposition <42840> field

## FIX 5.0 SP2 EP299

### Description

 Type: [int](https://www.onixs.biz/fix-dictionary/5.0.sp2.ep299/index.html#int)

 Defines how the composition of dividends is to be determined.

Valid values:

- 0 = Equity amount receiver election
  
   The equity amount receiver determines the composition of dividends (subject to conditions).
- 1 = Calculation agent election
  
   The calculation agent determines the composition of dividends (subject to conditions).

### Used In

- [<UnderlyingDividendConditions>](https://www.onixs.biz/fix-dictionary/5.0.sp2.ep299/compBlock_UnderlyingDividendConditions.html)

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