Glossary

Shareholder

A part owner of a company through its shares, with a claim on part of its profits and, usually, a vote.

Comparison A shareholder owns part of the company and is paid last; a bondholder lends money and is paid first. Shareholder Owns a piece Shares profits Votes Last in line Bondholder Lends money Gets interest No vote Paid first

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