Common shares are a type of share that gives shareholders partial ownership of a company and voting rights.
For example, when three partners incorporate a landscaping business, they each receive 100 common shares. These shares give each partner equal voting rights at annual meetings and an equal share of any dividends or proceeds if the company is ever sold.
Why it matters: They represent true ownership and voting power, dictating who controls the company and reaps the ultimate financial rewards.
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