Share Capital
Equity finance from investors purchasing company shares.
Real World
When Deliveroo floated on the London Stock Exchange in 2021, it raised £1.5 billion in share capital from investors buying newly issued shares, giving those investors an ownership stake in the business.
Exam Focus
When asked to 'evaluate' share capital, always contrast no repayment obligation against dilution of ownership and control.
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