Corporate Structure

Demutualization
The conversion of member-owned institutions into shareholder-owned companies.
Holding Company
A company that holds shares in other companies to form a corporate group and does not produce goods or services.
Limited Company
Exploration of the term 'limited company' within the context of economics, including its definition, historical context, and major analytical frameworks.
Public Limited Company (PLC)
An overview of the Public Limited Company (PLC), its definition, historical context, and major economic frameworks.
Share Capital
The authorized or nominal value of a company’s shares as established in the memorandum of association.
Shell Company
A company that exists legally and possibly has non-trading assets but does not engage in active trading.
Social Purpose Company
A form of for-profit company that can pursue social or environmental objectives alongside profit maximization.
Subsidiary
A firm owned or controlled by another firm, with varying degrees of decision-making autonomy.