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The nominal value of capital issued.

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The number of shares authorised.

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The nominal value per share.

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The maximum voting rights for each shareholder to cast a vote, either by himself or through an agent, in the case of double voting rights.

No definition available.

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The maximum voting rights for each shareholder to cast a vote, either by himself or through an agent.

No definition available.

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The minimum holding period of shares in order for shareholder to earn double voting rights, , in 'PnYnMnDTnHnMnS' format, for example, 'P1Y5M13D' represents the reported fact of one year, five months, and thirteen days.

No definition available.

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The minimum percentage of ownership at which restrictions on voting rights do not apply.

No definition available.

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The number of categories of shares issued by the entity.

No definition available.