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The term 'public company' is also used informally to refer to a company whose shares are already listed on an exchange and held by members of the public.   
The term 'public company' is also used informally to refer to a company whose shares are already listed on an exchange and held by members of the public.   


More strictly however, such a company is a 'listed company' and the use of the term 'public company' in this sense should be eschewed.
More strictly however, such a company is a 'listed company' and the use of the term 'public company' in this sense should be avoided.





Latest revision as of 14:12, 25 February 2023

1. UK.

Public limited company.


2.

The term 'public company' is also used informally to refer to a company whose shares are already listed on an exchange and held by members of the public.

More strictly however, such a company is a 'listed company' and the use of the term 'public company' in this sense should be avoided.


See also