Companies Act (Cap. 50): Primary legislation governing corporate entities, capital structure, share issuance/transfer, and directors' duties in Singapore. Forms the fundamental framework for corporate operations and equity transactions.
Securities and Futures Act (Cap. 289): Regulates securities offerings, trading, market conduct, and disclosure requirements. Essential for ensuring compliance in equity transactions and investor protection.
Financial Advisers Act (Cap. 110): Governs the provision of financial advisory services and related activities. Relevant when financial advice is provided as part of the equity commitment process.
MAS Guidelines: Regulatory guidelines issued by the Monetary Authority of Singapore covering corporate finance, investment requirements, and restrictions for equity transactions.
Contract Law: Common law principles governing contract formation, consideration, and enforceability, which are fundamental to the validity of equity commitment letters.
Stamp Duties Act (Cap. 312): Legislation governing stamp duties applicable to share transfers and related documentary requirements in equity transactions.
Income Tax Act (Cap. 134): Tax legislation covering implications of equity investments and withholding tax considerations for parties involved in the transaction.
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Regulates merger control and anti-competitive practices, relevant when equity commitments might trigger competition law thresholds.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in Singapore, applicable when handling personal information during the transaction process.
