# Common Share

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## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Ordinary Share

## Definition

Common Shares, also known as Ordinary Shares, represent a basic unit of equity ownership in a company, granting shareholders voting rights and a share in the company's profits through dividends. These shares typically entitle the holder to one vote per share and are the most prevalent type of stock issued by companies.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RCMCyg29yJdESbSXnNRLABk

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