A Joint Venture Is One in Which Two, or Sometimes

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A joint venture is one in which two, or sometimes more, independent companies agree to combine resources in order to achieve a specific objective, usually limited in scope.

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Definitions:

Authorized Shares

The maximum number of shares that a corporation is legally allowed to issue, as specified in its charter.

Common Stock

A form of corporate equity ownership, a type of security that represents ownership in a corporation and entitles the shareholder to vote on corporate matters.

Stockholders' Equity

Signifies the stake of shareholders in a corporation, determined by subtracting total liabilities from total assets.

Preference Rights

A set of privileges or priorities given to shareholders, such as the right to purchase new shares before the general public.