Ordinary Shares
What are Ordinary Shares?
Ordinary shares are standard company shares that usually carry voting rights and allow shareholders to receive dividends after preference shareholders.
Think of it like this…
They’re the foundation of company ownership — offering control through votes and potential for growth.
Why does it matter?
- Determines who controls company decisions
- Participates in profit distribution and capital growth
- Forms the basis of most shareholding structures
Common misconception
Having authorised shares doesn’t mean they’re issued — only issued ordinary shares represent real ownership.