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Shares, shareholders & voting · Core

Certificate of incorporation

Also called: corporate charter

ELI5

A formation or charter document establishing a corporation under applicable law.

Used in conversation

“Keep certificate of incorporation on the dashboard, but show the definition and reporting period beside it.”

Pitch context

You will see “Certificate of incorporation” in board papers, contracts, policies, risk registers and compliance reports when the discussion reaches shares, shareholders & voting.

Why it matters: In shares, shareholders & voting, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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