What Is Shareholder?
Definition and plain-English explanation of "Shareholder"
A shareholder (or stockholder) is anyone who owns at least one share of a company's stock. Shareholders are partial owners of the business and may be entitled to dividends, voting rights on major company decisions, and a claim on assets if the company is liquidated. Common shareholders typically get one vote per share at the annual general meeting.
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