Opening a Swiss Corporation (Aktiengesellschaft)
What is Swiss Corporation (Aktiengesellschaft)
Aktiengesellschaft, commonly abbreviated as AG, translates to "stock corporation" in English. It is a legal entity recognized under Swiss law, characterized by having its capital divided into shares. AGs are considered distinct legal entities, separate from their shareholders, and are subject to specific regulations outlined in the Swiss Code of Obligations. The example of similar legal structures in other jurisdictions can be Public Limited Companies (PLC) in Great Britain or Société Anonyme (SA) in France.