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Shareholder Voting Systems: Understanding Cumulative vs. Straight Voting in Governance

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Corporate governance is very significant in determining the decisions that companies make, election of board members, and safeguarding the interests of shareholders. Voting systems are among the most significant processes in corporate governance that defines the allocation of shareholder power. There are two common practices, cumulative and straight voting, which have direct bearing on the representation, influence and fairness of the corporate elections. The knowledge of these systems aids investors, business owners, and minority shareholders to review the governance systems and make wise choices.   This is a comprehensive guide on the cumulative and straight voting , the advantages and disadvantages of each system and how shareholders can employ either system to their advantage. This article is an easy understand and use of complex information whether you are a new person in the corporate governance field, or an investor and want to evaluate the voting rights. Corporate Gover...