Public Company

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Definition of "Public Company"

A public company is a company that is owned by the general public and whose shares are publicly traded through a listing on a stock exchange. Unless an exemption is available, the issue of any shares of a public company must comply with the applicable securities legislation.

"Public Company" is referred to in the following legal documents:

Articles of Incorporation

See also:

Private Corporation