Yritystietojen

Yritystietojen is Finnish for information about companies and business entities. The term encompasses data held in company registries, commercial databases and public sources. Typical content includes identifiers, legal form, registration details, address information and financial or structural data describing a company's operations and ownership.

In Finland, the principal source of official company information is the Kaupparekisteri, the Trade Register managed by the Finnish Patent and Registration Office (PRH). The register covers the legal name, business ID (y-tunnus), registered address, legal form, primary industry classifications and changes over time. Some financial statements and ownership structures are included for eligible entities, and data are updated upon filings and regulatory events.

Other common data elements in yritystietojen include the registered line of business (toimiala), share capital, annual accounts or financial statements, and information on controllers, directors and signatories. Group structures, subsidiaries and mergers may be reflected in the records. Personal data is limited and handled under data protection rules, with emphasis on public register information and privacy considerations for individuals associated with the company.

Uses of yritystietojen include due diligence, credit assessment, supplier onboarding, KYC compliance, market research and governance or compliance reporting. They enable verification of identity, legitimacy and ownership, help map corporate networks, and support risk management and decision making in business relationships.

Limitations include update delays, incomplete filings for some entities, and potential discrepancies between registers and private records. Access to certain details may be restricted or require consent or authorized use, while data quality depends on timely and accurate reporting by companies and authorities.