In the dynamic world of commercial traffic, Companies often face situations where there are multiple companies within the same group or partners with numerous expenses, while only one or some of these societies generate benefits. This scenario is common in cases where some societies have ceased their activity and have not been liquidated. In other cases, The need to expand and restructure the group of companies to continue growing and adapting to the market may arise. An effective solution that allows current legislation is the merger of companies.
What is a merger of companies?
Business fusion is a process by which two or more societies are integrated to form a single entity. This procedure may imply the combination of all assets, liabilities and operations of merged companies, thus achieving greater operational efficiency and resources optimization.
Mergers can be horizontal, vertical or conglomerates, depending on the nature of the companies involved and their strategic objectives.
Benefits of business mergers
Resource optimization: When merging companies, redundancies are eliminated and available resources are optimized, reducing costs and improving operational efficiency.
Market expansion: Fusion allows access to new markets and customer segments, expanding the presence and scope of the company.
Financial strengthening: The integration of the financial capacities of the merged companies can improve the solvency and investment capacity of the new entity.
Innovation and development: Fusion can facilitate the integration of technologies and knowledge, promoting innovation and the development of new products and services.
Requirements and merger process
Business fusion requires complying with a series of legal and fiscal requirements that vary according to the jurisdiction and nature of the companies involved. Some of the essential steps in the merger process include:
Evaluation and planning: Detailed analysis of companies to merge and planning the integration strategy.
Approval of the competent bodies: Obtaining the approval of the management bodies and the partners or shareholders of the companies involved.
Fusion agreement: Preparation and signing of the Fusion Agreement, detailing the terms and conditions of integration.
Registration and publication: Registration of the fusion in the corresponding commercial records and publication of the operation as required by current regulations.
Operational integration: Execution of the Integration Plan, including systems unification, Work processes and equipment.
Experience and Fusion Advice
In Vázquez and Manchón, Our legal and fiscal departments have worked intensely on several projects related to the merger of companies. We have accumulated a vast experience and skill in the application of the requirements necessary to carry out these operations successfully. Our integral approach ensures that each fusion is carried out with maximum efficiency and complying with all legal and fiscal regulations.
