Majority shareholders are individuals or entities that own more than 50% of a company's outstanding shares. This ownership gives them significant control over the company's decisions, including the ability to influence board elections and major business strategies. Their voting power allows them to shape the direction of the company and make key decisions that affect all shareholders. In many cases, majority shareholders can be founders, institutional investors, or private equity firms. Their interests may not always align with those of minority shareholders, who own less than 50% of the shares. This dynamic can lead to conflicts, especially regarding profit distribution and company governance.