Vähemusosalus
Vähemusosalus is a term used in Estonian corporate discourse to describe a minority stake in a company. It refers to ownership that does not confer control over the company’s strategic decisions. The exact threshold for what constitutes a “minority” depends on the voting rights attached to the shares and the company’s articles of association, and can vary between private and public companies.
Rights and protections for holders of a vähemusosalus typically include rights to receive information about the
Context and importance: A vähemusosalus allows investors to contribute capital without taking full control, creating governance
Estonian context note: In Estonia the concept aligns with general European corporate-law principles regarding minority protection.