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Definitions from the WebMinority InterestDefinition: Minority interest refers to the ownership or financial interest in a company held by individuals or entities that possess less than 50% of the voting power or shares in the company. Senses and Usages:Noun - Business1. Non-controlling ownership: Minority interest represents the portion of a company's equity owned by external individuals or entities who do not have controlling interest or majority control over the company. Example: The major shareholder retained 70% ownership, while the minority interest held by external investors accounted for the remaining 30%. Related products: Corporate Governance Books Noun - Accounting1. Financial reporting: Minority interest refers to the equity ownership of non-controlling shareholders in a subsidiary or associates of a company that is consolidated in the financial statements. Example: The company's consolidated balance sheet showed $10 million minority interest, representing the minority shareholders' stake in the subsidiary. Related products: Financial Accounting Books Noun - Legal1. Protection of minority interests: Minority interest refers to the legal principles, regulations, or safeguards implemented to ensure the rights and interests of minority shareholders are protected in corporations or organizations. Example: The government enacted new laws to strengthen the protection of minority interests in publicly traded companies. Related products: Corporate Law Books Noun - Demographics1. Less represented group: Minority interest signifies a smaller or less dominant group of individuals within a larger population, typically characterized by factors such as race, ethnicity, religion, or gender. Example: The company aims to promote diversity and inclusion by actively hiring and supporting individuals from minority interests. Related products: Diversity and Inclusion Books For more information, you can visit the dictionary.com page on "minority interest". | ||||
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