Company Registry
/ˈkʌmpəni ˈrɛdʒɪstri/
Definitions
- (n.) An official government or authorized body that maintains a central database of companies, recording details such as incorporation, ownership, and statutory filings.
The company registry requires all new businesses to submit their articles of incorporation.
Forms
- company registry
- company registries
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Commentary
The term primarily refers to a legal institution maintaining official corporate records, crucial for regulatory compliance and public transparency.
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