New Jersey Proposed Amendment to the Restated Certificate of Incorporation to Authorize Preferred Stock: In the state of New Jersey, a proposed amendment to the restated certificate of incorporation aims to authorize the issuance of preferred stock by corporations. This amendment reflects the interest in providing corporations with increased flexibility and new avenues for capital allocation. Preferred stock is a type of equity security that grants its holders preferential rights and privileges over common stockholders. By offering preferred stock, corporations can attract investors seeking more stable returns and additional perks, thus expanding their potential investor base. There are various types of preferred stock that can be authorized through this proposed amendment, enabling corporations to cater to different investor preferences and business needs. Some notable types of preferred stock include: 1. Cumulative Preferred Stock: This class of stock entitles shareholders to receive all past and current unpaid dividends before common stockholders. If dividends are not paid in a particular year, they accumulate and must be paid in future years before common stock dividends can be distributed. 2. Non-Cumulative Preferred Stock: Unlike cumulative preferred stock, non-cumulative preferred stock does not allow for the accumulation of unpaid dividends. If dividends are not paid in a year, shareholders have no claim on those unpaid dividends in future years. 3. Convertible Preferred Stock: This type of preferred stock provides an option for shareholders to convert their shares into a predetermined number of common shares. By offering this conversion feature, corporations can attract investors who anticipate potential future growth and increased stock value. 4. Participating Preferred Stock: With participating preferred stock, shareholders have the right to receive additional dividends beyond the specified dividend rate if the corporation distributes more significant dividends to common stockholders. This type of preferred stock offers investors the opportunity to benefit further from the corporation's prosperity. 5. Preferred Stock with Voting Rights: While preferred stock generally does not carry voting rights, this class of preferred stock allows shareholders to participate in corporate decision-making by granting them voting power equal to a specified number of common shares. This type of preferred stock appeals to investors seeking both income and influence on the company's direction. These different types of preferred stock provide corporations with versatile financing options while appealing to investors with distinctive preferences. Through the proposed amendment to the restated certificate of incorporation, New Jersey aims to enable corporations to leverage the advantages associated with issuing preferred stock and adapt to the evolving needs of the business landscape.