Equity Holders
/ˈekwəti ˈhoʊldərz/
Definitions
- (n.) Individuals or entities owning shares in a corporation, having residual ownership rights.
Equity holders are entitled to vote at shareholder meetings and receive dividends.
Forms
- equity holder
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Commentary
Term denotes residual claimants who benefit after creditors are paid; precision is important as rights differ from creditors and preferred shareholders.
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