Non-voting shares are as much of an investment in the value of the company as the voting shares are -- you would hope they increase in value, and they may also

Non-voting shares are as much of an investment in the value of the company as the voting shares are -- you would hope they increase in value, and they may also pay dividends. When you invest in ETFs or mutual funds you don't normally get voting rights either -- the fund manager does. Despite that, ETFs and mutual funds are the best type of investment for average people who want to save for retirement.