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What is a nominee shareholder?

Published in Shares and shareholders on March 17, 2026 by Johnathan Korchak

A nominee shareholder provides a means of protecting a true shareholder’s identity. Here we explore the benefits and drawbacks of appointing a nominee shareholder and consider where they sit in the wider legislative context.…

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What is a statement of capital?

Published in Shares and shareholders on March 10, 2026 by Johnathan Korchak

The statement of capital provides a snapshot of a company’s share capital at a certain date. As at that date, it will show:…

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When should you file form SH01?

Published in Shares and shareholders on March 9, 2026 by Johnathan Korchak

A company’s directors must remember to submit form SH01 to Companies House as part of the share allotment process. The form is also known as a ‘Return of Allotment of Shares’.…

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What are treasury shares?

Published in Shares and shareholders on October 14, 2024 by Philip Newman

Treasury shares are the company’s own shares that it has bought back from an existing shareholder where those shares have not been immediately cancelled. This means that these shares still exist and, therefore, the company’s…

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Tags: purchase of own shares, share buyback, share transfers, shareholders, shares, Treasury shares

How to issue shares in the UK: A step by step guide

Published in Shares and shareholders on August 8, 2024 by Johnathan Korchak

A new share allotment is one of the main ways for a company to raise new finance. Compared to share transfers, where no new money is received by the company, a share allotment can provide funds to expand or otherwise advance the…

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Tags: share allotment, share issue, shares

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Share options: What are they and how do they work?

Published in Shares and shareholders on July 10, 2024 by Philip Newman

Share options granted by a company allow the holder to purchase shares at a future date. Companies frequently offer options to employees as part of their compensation package to motivate them and align their interests with…

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Tags: Option holders, Options, Share options, shares

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