Shareholder's Interest
/ˈʃɛrˌhoʊldərz ˈɪntrəst/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal and financial stake a shareholder holds in a corporation, representing their ownership rights, including voting power and entitlement to dividends.
The shareholder's interest increased after the company issued a stock dividend.
- (n.) The value of a shareholder's equity in a company, reflecting both the monetary worth and the associated rights.
Her shareholder's interest was significantly affected by the company's restructuring.
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- shareholder's interest
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Commentary
The term encapsulates both the ownership rights and financial value a shareholder holds; clarity is important when distinguishing between rights (voting, dividends) and the economic value of shares.
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