Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shareholder
Noun
/ˈʃɛrˌhoʊldər/
Definition
A shareholder is an individual or institution that owns shares in a company, holding a stake in its equity.
Examples
- As a shareholder, she attended the annual meeting to discuss the company’s future plans.
- Shareholders receive dividends based on the company’s profits.
- Investing in a company’s stock makes you a shareholder and gives you rights to vote on important issues.
Meaning
Shareholders invest in a company’s stock with the expectation of making a profit from the company’s growth and profitability.
Synonyms
- Stockholder
- Equity holder
- Investor
- Stakeholder
