For the A share traded on the Shanghai and Shenzhen stock exchanges, see
A share (mainland China). In
finance the term A share has two distinct meanings, both relating to
securities. The first is a designation for a 'class' of
common or
preferred stock. A shares of common or preferred
stock typically have enhanced voting rights or other benefits compared to the other forms of shares that may have been created. The equity structure, or how many types of shares are offered, is determined by the corporate charter.
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