ordinary share

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a share of a company providing the owner with a right to vote at shareholder meetings and to receive a part of the company profits as a dividend.

shareADJECTIVE + share (noun)

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  • An ordinary share represents ownership in a company and carries voting rights.
  • Investors typically buy ordinary shares hoping for capital appreciation and dividends.
  • Unlike preference shares, ordinary shares do not guarantee a fixed dividend.
  • The company decided to issue more ordinary shares to raise capital for expansion.
  • Each ordinary share grants its holder one vote at the annual general meeting.
  • He holds a significant number of ordinary shares in the tech startup.
  • The value of ordinary shares can fluctuate significantly with market conditions.
  • Dividends on ordinary shares are paid after all other obligations are met.
  • Many retail investors prefer ordinary shares for their potential for higher returns.
  • The board approved a buyback of ordinary shares to boost shareholder value.