Transferring shares between a French company and a UK company—whether upstream or downstream—remains a popular way to streamline a group, welcome a new investor or prepare a disposal. The move blends legal, tax and governance hurdles on both sides of the Channel that you must clear before signing the term sheet. Legal and Tax Framework […]
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Raising capital is a decisive milestone for growth—whether your business is headquartered in Paris, London or straddles the Channel. This English guide unpacks: C‑suite goal: maximise company value by de‑risking every step—from term sheet to exit. Financing Options 1.1 Equity Funding UK focus: SEIS/EIS schemes grant investors up to 50 % income‑tax relief—an attractive magnet for
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Tax is a strategic lever for any company looking to establish, expand or invest on either side of the Channel. This English‑language overview explains: Key objective: secure compliance, reduce tax burden and safeguard competitiveness in a post‑Brexit regulatory environment. 1. Applicable Corporate Tax Regimes 1.1 France: Corporate Income Tax (CIT) 1.2 United Kingdom: Corporation Tax
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Key stages of a cross‑border M&A Preparatory phase and strategy – Set clear objectives (external growth, diversification, synergies), identify targets and sign an NDA to protect sensitive data. Letter of Intent – Heads of Terms outline price, payment schedule, timeline and conditions precedent. Not legally binding but critical to guide negotiations. Due diligence – A
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Corporate governance is a central issue for any company operating across the Channel. Its purpose is to ensure transparency, efficiency and compliance within management bodies while protecting the interests of shareholders, employees and third parties. 1. Directors’ Duties 1.1 France Company officers (chair, CEO, board members) must: 1.2 England Under the Companies Act 2006, directors must:
