Document background
The Shareholder Investment Agreement is a crucial document used when a company is seeking to raise capital through the issue of shares to new investors while establishing clear terms for the relationship between all shareholders. This agreement, drafted under Dutch law, serves as the primary document governing the investment relationship, outlining detailed provisions for share subscription, shareholder rights and obligations, corporate governance, and exit mechanisms. It is particularly important in private equity and venture capital transactions in the Netherlands, where it must comply with Dutch corporate law requirements, including the Dutch Civil Code and Financial Supervision Act. The document typically includes comprehensive provisions for protecting both majority and minority shareholder interests, information rights, transfer restrictions, and specific Dutch law concepts such as works council requirements where applicable.
