Stock Ownership
/ˈstɒk oʊnərˌʃɪp/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal right to hold shares in a corporation, granting ownership interests and associated rights such as voting and dividend entitlements.
Her stock ownership in the company allowed her to vote at annual meetings.
Forms
- stock ownership
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Commentary
Stock ownership denotes both the possession of shares and the bundle of rights that accompany that possession; clarity in defining rights and restrictions is crucial in drafting related agreements.
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