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A controlling (majority) shareholder is an individual, entity, or group that owns more than 50% of a company’s voting shares, giving them significant influence over the company’s strategic decisions, such as electing board members, approving mergers, and setting corporate policies. Majority shareholders have the power to control the direction of the company and may act in their interests, which can impact minority shareholders.
If a single investor owns 60% of a company’s shares, they are the controlling shareholder, with the ability to make key decisions and influence the company’s operations.
• A controlling shareholder owns more than 50% of a company’s voting shares.
• They have significant influence over corporate decisions, including board elections and mergers.
• Controlling shareholders can shape the company’s strategic direction.
A controlling shareholder can influence key decisions such as electing the board, approving mergers, and setting corporate policies.
Controlling shareholders can make decisions that may benefit them but not necessarily align with the interests of minority shareholders.
Selling a controlling stake can be challenging, as it might require finding a buyer willing to pay a premium for control.
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