(economics) A measure of the preference a consumer has for immediate enjoyment rather than enjoyment at a future time.

A creditor who will have, in the event of the debtor's bankruptcy, more right to collect than other creditors will.

(finance) Stock with a dividend, usually fixed, that is paid out of profits before any dividend can be paid on common stock and that has priority to common stock in liquidation.

(US) A healthcare provider who has agreed with an insurer or a third-party administrator to provide their clients with healthcare at reduced rates.

(finance) A stockholder of preferred stock

plural of preferred creditor

plural of preferred provider

plural of preferred stockholder

plural of preferred stock

Consumer preference as inferred from purchasing habits according to a theory invented by American economist Paul A. Samuelson.