Yhtiökokouskutsu

Yhtiökokouskutsu is a Finnish term that translates to "notice of general meeting" or "summons to a general meeting." It refers to the formal communication sent to shareholders of a company to inform them about an upcoming general meeting. This meeting is a crucial event where shareholders exercise their voting rights and make important decisions regarding the company's affairs.

The content and delivery of a yhtiökokouskutsu are regulated by Finnish company law, specifically the Companies Act. Typically, the notice must include essential information such as the date, time, and place of the meeting. It must also clearly state the agenda items to be discussed and voted upon. This allows shareholders to prepare for the meeting and understand the matters at hand.

Common agenda items include the approval of financial statements, the distribution of dividends, the election of the board of directors and auditors, and amendments to the company's articles of association. In some cases, the notice may also include proposals from the board or shareholders regarding specific corporate actions.

Finnish law specifies the minimum notice period for general meetings, which varies depending on whether it is an annual general meeting (yhtiökokous) or an extraordinary general meeting (ylimääräinen yhtiökokous). The yhtiökokouskutsu is usually sent to shareholders via post or email, or it can be published on the company's website, depending on the company's articles of association and statutory requirements. The purpose of the formal notice is to ensure that all shareholders are adequately informed and have the opportunity to participate in the company's governance.