Share Certificates and Share Registers: Understanding Company Ownership

Share certificates and share registers are fundamental to documenting and managing company ownership. Understanding these documents is essential for company directors and shareholders.

What is a Share Certificate?

A share certificate is a document that evidences ownership of shares in a company. It shows the shareholder's name, the number of shares owned, the class of shares, and the date of issue.

What is a Share Register?

A share register is the company's official record of all shareholders and their shareholdings. It must be maintained by the company and is required by the Companies Act, 2008.