Key Takeaways Shareholders own either voting or non-voting stock, and that determines whether they can weigh in on big-picture issues the company is considering. Someone with voting stock has the right, but not the obligation, to vote on the company's board of directors or other business matters.
Every company should have an Annual General Meeting (AGM) in ance with legislation and/or in line with the company constitution (Articles of Association and Memoranda). However, shareholders can request that the directors call a general meeting at any time.
A meeting of all the shareholders or members of the company is called a Shareholders' Meeting. A meeting of all the Directors of the company is called a Board Meeting. Frequency of meeting depends on the type of meeting.
A general meeting is a members' meeting, but certain non-members may also be entitled to attend. It's important to check the articles of association and any shareholders' agreement to determine the rules and restrictions for attending general meetings.
Every shareholder is given the opportunity to vote and attend meetings, but it's not a requirement. Institutional investors or those with a large position in the company may attend and vote in person.
Generally, all shareholders, at the record date set by the board, may participate in the corporation's annual general meeting (AGM), and are entitled to vote (unless they hold non-voting shares) in person or by proxy (see DGCL, sections 212(b) and (c) and 213).
Special meetings of the shareholders may be called for any purpose or purposes, at any time, by the Chief Executive Officer; by the Chief Financial Officer; by the Board or any two or more members thereof; or by one or more shareholders holding not less than 10% of the voting power of all shares of the corporation ...
All shareholders are legally obligated to receive an invitation to these meetings. The board of directors should also be represented. An auditor may also be present if the organization is subject to an audit requirement.
The members (including shareholders) of the company are entitled to attend and vote at the AGM. Members can cast their votes by a physical ballot or postal ballot or through e-voting.
An Annual General Meeting (AGM) is a yearly gathering where a company's shareholders and board of directors meet to discuss important aspects of the company. At the AGM, the directors present an annual report to update shareholders on the company's performance, strategy, and management.