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What Is a Shareholder?

By Kristi Waterworth – Updated Dec 16, 2024 at 1:41PM

Key Points

  • Shareholders own part of a company and may have voting rights and dividends.
  • Common stock offers potential high gains and voting rights, unlike preferred stock.
  • Minority shareholders own less than 51% of a company, often via stockbrokers.
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