yhtiökokoukselta

Yhtiökokous is a Finnish term referring to a general meeting of shareholders in a company. It is the supreme decision-making body of a limited liability company (osakeyhtiö) and a cooperative (osuuskunta). The yhtiökokous is convened to address key matters concerning the company's operations and governance.

The annual general meeting (varsinainen yhtiökokous) is held at least once a year, typically within six months of the end of the financial year. This meeting focuses on reviewing the company's financial statements, approving the profit and loss account and balance sheet, and deciding on the distribution of profits or losses. It also involves electing the board of directors and the auditor, and determining their remuneration.

Extraordinary general meetings (ylimääräinen yhtiökokous) can be called when specific urgent matters arise that cannot wait for the next annual meeting. These might include significant changes to the company's articles of association, mergers or acquisitions, or major capital restructurings.

Shareholders have the right to attend and vote at yhtiökokous meetings, with voting power usually proportional to the number of shares they hold. The company's articles of association or bylaws may specify additional meeting procedures and requirements, such as notice periods and quorum. Decisions made at a yhtiökokous are legally binding on the company and its shareholders, provided the meeting is conducted in accordance with applicable laws and the company's governing documents.