What is Equity?

Equity is what is left over in a company after the liabilities are subtracted from the assets on any given day. The Equity section of the Balance Sheet represents the owner’s or shareholder’s claim to net assets.
Equity is what is left over in a company after the liabilities are subtracted from the assets on any given day. The Equity section of the Balance Sheet represents the owner’s or shareholder’s claim to net assets.