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Ley General de Sociedades Mercantiles

General Law of Commercial Companies

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Summary

"Ley General de Sociedades Mercantiles" is a comprehensive legal framework for the formation, operation, and governance of commercial entities in the country. The law applies to all types of commercial entities, including corporations, limited liability companies, and partnerships, and establishes guidelines for their organization and operation. The law covers a wide range of topics, including the rights and responsibilities of shareholders and directors, the formation and registration of commercial entities, and the dissolution and liquidation of commercial entities. It also establishes rules for financial reporting and disclosure, as well as for shareholder meetings and decision-making processes. The aim of the law is to promote transparency, accountability, and good governance in commercial entities operating in Mexico, and to provide a clear and predictable legal framework for their operation.

Issuer

Mexico

Year

2009

Region

North America

Issuer (type)

Chamber of Deputies of the H. Congress of the Union (Government)

Instrument type

Law

Disclosure instrument

No

Geographical scope

National

Mandatory or voluntary

Mandatory

Text analysis

    • Low 0.58%
    • Moderate 0.10%
    • Administrative services, Finance, Management, Professional services