By definition, a dividend is a distribution of profits by a corporation to its shareholders and a refund is a payment made back to a user that previously paid for something. A stimulus check, on the other hand, is a direct payment to encourage spending and stimulate the economy by putting money directly into the consumers' hands.

Elon Musk's DOGE removed the five biggest spending cuts from its "wall of receipts." Here's what it means for potential DOGE Dividend checks.