FAQs about participation certificates issued by 1000FTAD AG
What is a participation certificate? A participation certificate is a non-voting equity instrument in accordance with the Swiss Code of Obligations (Art. 656a ff. CO). It grants the holder economic rights—in particular dividend and liquidation claims—without voting rights at the general meeting. Why does 1000FTAD AG offer participation certificates? 1000FTAD AG uses participation certificates to: raise growth capital, preserve entrepreneurial decision-making power, quickly […]
Legal glossary – on participation certificates (Switzerland)
Stock corporation (AG) A corporation under Swiss law (OR) in which the share capital is divided into shares. Shareholders are not personally liable, but only liable for their investment. Registered shares Shares that are issued in the name of the shareholder and must be entered in the company's share register. They enable the company to maintain transparency regarding its ownership structure. Voting shares Shares that entitle the holder […]
