Reza Khodkar; MOHAMMAD SAGHRI
Abstract
In stock companies, the adoption of the rule of the majority and making decisions on this basis are rooted in political thoughts; however, the sustainability of this rule depends on economic analysis. From the perspective of economic analysis, an optimal rule is a rule that leads to the realization ...
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In stock companies, the adoption of the rule of the majority and making decisions on this basis are rooted in political thoughts; however, the sustainability of this rule depends on economic analysis. From the perspective of economic analysis, an optimal rule is a rule that leads to the realization of efficiency and cost reduction. The rule of the majority amounts to efficiency in a sense that it increases wealth and reduces the cost of decision-making. In turn, reducing the costs of decision-making will increase profits and generate wealth. In addition to achieving efficiency, an optimal legal basis should also lead to equilibrium. In some cases, the rule of the majority results in the collapse of a balance between majority and minority shareholders. Therefore, although the application of this rule in the light of stock companies can be effective, rules are needed to create a balance between minority and majority shareholders. Amongst the rules laid down in this regard, the principle of shareholders freedom in transferring its share and leaving the company could be considered.
