The Retained Earnings Statement is prepared to show changes in the amount of retained earnings over the accountable period. Retained earnings and Stockholders´ contributions are the main accounts in Stockholders´ Equity.
The first ones are profits reserved by the company to invest in future projects rather than distribute as dividends to shareholders, that’s why are calculated as follows:
Retained Earnings Final Balance = Retained Earnings Beginning balance – Dividend in cash – Stock dividend + Net Income – Net loss.
Stock Divided will register as Stockholders´ contributions.