Share Purchase
/ˈʃɛər ˈpɜːrtʃəs/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal agreement by which ownership of shares in a company is transferred from the seller to the buyer.
The parties executed the share purchase to transfer the stock ownership.
- (n.) The act or process of acquiring shares in a corporation or company, often as part of a corporate transaction or investment.
The investor completed a share purchase to gain controlling interest.
Forms
- share purchases
Commentary
Often used interchangeably with 'share sale'; ensure the agreement clearly defines the scope and terms to avoid ambiguity in share transfer.
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