SHARP

A "sharp" clause in a mortgage or other security (or the whole instrument described as "sharp") is one which empowers the creditor to take prompt and summary action upon default in payment or breach of other conditions. … [Read more...] about SHARP

Computer software that is distributed for free and which is usually usable for a trial period after which a voluntary or mandatory payment is requested. … [Read more...] about SHAREWARE

The number of shares that are held by the stockholders. … [Read more...] about SHARES OUTSTANDING

The number of shares that has been authorized to be issued but not yet sold or distributed. … [Read more...] about SHARES AUTHORIZED

Meetings of the shareholders of a corporation for reporting purposes or voting. Elections are usually held at an annual shareholders meetings, frequently accomplished with proxy votes. … [Read more...] about SHAREHOLDERS MEETING