The book "The Information Value of Dividend" by P. C. Jagersma offers a comprehensive analysis of dividend policy and its informational value. It highlights the theoretical models and empirical studies that address the significance of dividends in the economy. In particular, it emphasizes the role of the signals sent by dividends, with unexpected changes in dividends being considered particularly meaningful. The research aims to find empirical evidence for the informational value of dividends in Dutch companies. The results indicate that dividends can provide clues about future earnings, even though their predictive power is limited. This academic book is aimed at students and professionals in the fields of economics and law who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics of dividend policy and its effects on the stock market.