National Shareholders Day is a dedicated American holiday that celebrates and recognizes shareholders – individuals or entities who own shares in public or private corporations. It serves as a reminder for Americans to review their investment portfolios and for companies to acknowledge their shareholders’ contributions to their success.
Quick Facts
When is it: January 10 annually
Tagged as: Financial Observance Day
What’s the hashtag: #NationalShareholdersDay
When was it founded: 2019
Who founded it: Krupa Global Investments
History
The day was established to encourage Americans to participate in the stock market, which has historically been the primary wealth creation vehicle in the United States. With over 52% of Americans owning stocks directly and many more through pension plans and savings accounts, this day emphasizes the importance of investment and corporate transparency.
Timeline
- 1602: Dutch East India Company becomes the first company to issue public shares
- 2019: National Shareholders Day is established
- Present: Over half of Americans own stocks directly or indirectly
Upcoming Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | January 10 | Friday |
| 2026 | January 10 | Saturday |
| 2027 | January 10 | Sunday |
| 2028 | January 10 | Monday |
| 2029 | January 10 | Wednesday |
How It’s Observed
- Companies host open investor days
- Shareholders meet with financial planners
- Investors review their portfolios
- Companies engage with shareholders
- Online discussions and social media engagement
Fun Facts About Stock Market
- The NYSE is the world’s largest stock exchange with over $27.2 trillion in market capitalization
- Berkshire Hathaway has the most expensive share price, trading at $458,675 per share (as of January 2022)
- The NYSE maintains a strict dress code – traders must wear coats and ties
- The terms ‘bearish’ and ‘bullish’ originated from animal fights in California
Quiz
- When was National Shareholders Day established?
- What percentage of Americans own stocks directly?
- Which was the first company to issue public shares?
(Answers: 1. 2019, 2. Over 52%, 3. Dutch East India Company)
FAQs
- What defines a shareholder?
- What rights do shareholders have?
- How can someone become a shareholder?
Importance of the Day
- Promotes financial literacy
- Encourages investment awareness
- Strengthens company-shareholder relationships
- Highlights the significance of stock market participation
- Creates opportunities for passive income generation
Related
- Stock Market Day
- Financial Planning Day
- Investment Education Day
- Corporate Governance Day
- Economic Literacy Day