Yhtiötyypin
Yhtiötyypin refers to the legal form or type of a company in Finnish business law. Understanding the yhtiötyyppi is crucial for both business owners and stakeholders as it dictates various aspects of a company's operation, liability, taxation, and governance. Finland has several common yhtiötyypit, each with its own characteristics.
The most prevalent yhtiötyypit include osakeyhtiö (oy), which is a limited liability company, and kommandiittiyhtiö (ky)
An osakeyhtiö is a separate legal entity from its owners, the shareholders. Liability for shareholders is limited
Partnerships, like kommandiittiyhtiö and avoin yhtiö, involve two or more individuals or entities. In an avoin
The choice of yhtiötyyppi has significant implications for accounting requirements, reporting obligations, and how profits are