what is the procedure for Buy Back of Bonus Shares in unlisted Private Limited Company?
What is time of holding period for buy back of Bonus Shares in unlisted Private Limited Company?
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This discussion outlines the process for a private limited company to buy back its bonus shares. It covers the necessary authorisations, including checks on the Articles of Association and the passing of special resolutions. The content also details the conditions for buy-back, such as shares being free from lock-in periods, and clarifies the quantum of buy-back permissible via board or shareholder resolutions, along with restrictions on new issues post-buy-back.
The buy-back is authorised by the Articles of association of the Company;. A special resolution has been passed in the general meeting of the company authorising the buy-back. In the case of a listed company, this approval is required by means of a postal ballot. Also, the shares for buy back should be free from lock in period/non transferability.The buy back can be made by a Board resolution If the quantity of buyback is or less than ten percent of the paid up capital and free reserves;