Dual-class share structures are prevalent in Canada. It is estimated that over 20% of the companies listed

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Dual-class share structures are prevalent in Canada. It is estimated that over 20% of the companies listed on the Toronto Stock exchange use some form of duel-class structure. For example, Magna International issues both Class A subordinate-voting shares and Class B shares. The Class B shares carry 500 votes for every Class A vote. This structure has allowed Frank Stronach to maintain control of Magna with just 3.4% of the company’s equity. Why do you think dual-class structures have emerged in Canada? What are the advantages and disadvantages of dual-class structures? What can companies with dual-class share structures do to make themselves more accountable to minority shareholders?
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Canadian Business & the Law

ISBN: 978-0176501624

4th edition

Authors: Dorothy DuPlessis, Shannnon o'Byrne, Steven Enman, Sally Gunz

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