Because public companies are owned by their shareholders, any time they convene is when key corporate decisions are made.
These decisions include those pertaining to the payment of dividends, the appointment of directors and other matters, although not necessarily those regarding specific business operations.
This year, most shareholders' meetings will be held this Friday, with 590 in Tokyo alone, the Metropolitan Police Department said.
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