A fuller guide to this term is on the way. In the meantime, the related terms below explain the ideas around it.
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- ShareholderAnyone who owns shares in a company and holds a stake in its ownership, profits, and voting decisions.
- StockA share of ownership in a company that you can buy and sell, giving you a small stake in its profits and growth.
- EquityOwnership in a company, most often held as shares of stock that represent a claim on its assets and profits.
- Annual ReportA yearly document in which a company shares its finances, results, and outlook with shareholders.
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