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Definition of 'Company'

An entity formed to engage in a business. A company may be organized in various ways for tax and financial liability purposes. The line of business the company is in will generally determine which business structure it chooses. There are several types of companies, including sole proprietorships, limited partnerships, limited liability partnerships, limited liability corporations, S corporations and C corporations.    
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Investopedia explains 'Company'

The benefits of starting a company include income diversification, a strong correlation between effort and reward, creative freedom and flexibility. The disadvantages of starting a include increased financial responsibility, increased legal liability, long hours, responsibility for employees and responsibility for administrative, regulatory and tax issues. Many of the world's largest personal fortunes have been amassed by people who have started their own company.
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    Plains Exploration and Production Company plans to rapidly grow
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  • Newfield Exploration Company Loves The Uinta Basin

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    Newfield Exploration Company is increasing its involvement in the Uinta Basin as
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    The Financial Characteristics Of A Successful Company. ... Without earnings, it is difficult
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  • How To Tell If A Company's In Trouble

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  • Use ROA To Gauge A Company's Profits

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  • How To Analyze A Company's Financial Position

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