Employee participation in Switzerland: advantages of phantom shares and participation certificates
Employee participation is an effective way of retaining talent in the long term and involving them in the company's success. But which option is more suitable: phantom shares or participation certificates? While phantom shares offer flexible, contractually regulated profit-sharing without membership rights, participation certificates are genuine equity shares with economic benefits.
Cancellation of shares in Switzerland: how the process works
The loss of share certificates poses considerable challenges for Swiss companies and shareholders. This article explains the legal process of invalidating share certificates in Switzerland and shows how companies and shareholders can protect their rights. It also explains how
Stumbling blocks in the digitalization of shares: Shareholder's right to a share certificate
The digitalization of shares offers you many advantages, but can also entail legal pitfalls. A Federal Supreme Court ruling shows that unclear articles of association can lead to you being obliged to issue share certificates despite digital share management. To avoid this
Substitute declaration for share transfers: How to secure your rights despite missing assignments
Missing declarations of assignment can pose considerable legal risks when transferring shares in Switzerland and create gaps in the chain of ownership. In this article, you will learn about the solutions offered by Swiss legal practice, how to correctly draw up a replacement declaration and how the digital share register of
Declaration of assignment: Who must keep the original and who must keep the copy?
Proper retention of assignment declarations is crucial to ensure legal certainty when transferring shares in Switzerland. Find out which party needs the original document, who should keep copies, and how Konsento provides templates and automated documentation for easy
Legally compliant share transfer in Switzerland: what you need to know
Find out how to transfer shares in compliance with Swiss law. With the right transfer declarations and Konsento's electronic share register, you can ensure seamless chains of ownership and legal certainty for your public limited company.
Digitization of shares: From paper certificates to electronic uncertificated securities under Swiss law
Are your paper shares still up to date? Discover how the dematerialization of shares of your Swiss stock corporation saves costs, minimizes risks and simplifies administrative processes.
What is the difference between a share split and a par value reduction?
Share split or par value reduction? Discover the differences and advantages of these capital measures for Swiss AGs. Find out how these instruments affect voting rights and when they make sense. Including practical tips on legally compliant implementation with Konsento - for an optimal capital structure for your company.
How much money can companies save at general meetings?
Virtual general meetings: Reduce costs, increase efficiency. Find out how companies can save up to 87% of costs through virtual general meetings. This article shows the biggest cost drivers of conventional AGMs and explains why digital solutions are not only cheaper, but also more flexible and efficient.
Sustainability through virtual general meetings: Benefits for the environment, society and corporate governance
Virtual general meetings promote sustainability and strengthen your company's ESG goals. They reduce the carbon footprint, improve inclusion and increase transparency. Discover how digital AGMs can make a positive contribution to the environment, society and corporate governance.