After reading this article you will learn about the meaning and kinds of shares issued by a company. Meaning and Definition of Shares: A share is the interest of a shareholder in a definite portion of the capital. Section 2 (46) of the Act defines a share as, "A share in the share capital of a company and includes stock, [...]
This article will help you to learn about the difference between shares and stocks. Difference between Shares and Stocks Share 1. Nominal values: Share has nominal value. 2. Fully paid-up: Share need not necessarily be fully paid-up. 3. Transferability: It is transferable as a whole. 4. Distinctive number: It has distinctive number by which it is distinguished from other shares. [...]
Alteration in the capital clause of Memorandum of Association of a company may be of the following types: 1. Alteration of Share Capital 2. Reduction in Share Capital 3. Reserve Capital or Reserve Liability 4. Variation of the Rights of Shareholders 5. Reorganisation of Capital. Type # 1. Alteration of Share Capital: Under Section 94 of the Companies Act, a [...]