Activist investors usually gain influence by purchasing enough shares to build important voting power. Common shareholders can elect board members and vote on other company matters. With sufficient shareholder support, activists may win board seats for themselves or their chosen representatives, giving them direct influence over strategy and major decisions. They may also work with institutional investors, since a coalition of a company’s largest investors can hold substantial voting power.
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