Skip to main content

Published on 4 December 2015

Federal Council determines basis for new company law

Bern, 4.12.2015 - On Friday, the Federal Council made its initial decisions on the reform of legislation on companies limited by shares. It acknowledged the outcomes of the consultation process, and determined the key elements of the dispatch to be submitted to Parliament. The revision will focus on strengthening shareholder rights and introducing more flexible rules on establishing companies and on capital. Gender representation guidelines will also be introduced for major listed companies.