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shareholder

noun C1 Formal

Meaning

A shareholder is an individual or entity that holds shares in a corporation, thereby possessing a claim on a portion of the company's assets and earnings, and often exercising rights such as voting on corporate matters and receiving dividends, which refle
💡 It is important to distinguish between different types of shareholders, such as common and preferred shareholders, as their rights and privileges can vary significantly.

Example Sentences

The shareholder attended the meeting to discuss the company ’ s future plans .
The shareholder requested a detailed report on the company's profits .
The shareholder requested a detailed report on the company ’ s performance .
The shareholder voted in favor of the proposed corporate restructuring .

Common Phrases

minority shareholder majority shareholder shareholder meeting

Synonyms

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