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Common Stock (also referred to as Ordinary Stock)

A type of equity security, contrasted with preferred shares. Common stock is most frequently-issued to founders, management, and employees. In a liquidation event (e.g., exit, trade sale, IPO, SPAC), preferred shares generally prioritize common shares.

A type of equity security, contrasted with preferred shares. Common stock is most frequently-issued to founders, management, and employees. In a liquidation event (e.g., exit, trade sale, IPO, SPAC), preferred shares generally prioritize common shares.