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golden share

British

noun

a share in a company that controls at least 51% of the voting rights, esp one retained by the UK government in some privatization issues

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golden share

“We have a golden share, which I control,” Trump proclaimed in describing his authority over the operations of U.S.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026

The U.S. government now holds equity in several companies, including Intel, rare-earths supplier MP Materials and, through a single golden share, veto power over U.S.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 5, 2026

The federal government has taken a golden share in U.S.

From Barron's ● Apr. 16, 2026

The government will retain a so called "golden share" that will require it to approve any major changes to Royal Mail's ownership, HQ location and tax residency.

From BBC ● Dec. 15, 2024

Britain owns a golden share in Rolls-Royce, meaning the government can block a takeover.

From Reuters ● Jan. 27, 2023

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