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SHARES

January 3, 2025

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SHARES

What is Shares ?

  • A share is referred to as a unit of ownership which represents an equal proportion of a company’s capital. A share entitles the shareholders to an equal claim on profit and losses of the company

 

Types of Share

  • Preference share capital
  • Equity share Capital

 

Why Shares are issued by a Company ?

Issuing shares in share market can provide the following advantages:

  • New finances
  • Market valuation for the company
  • A mechanism for an investor to trade shares

 

Why Invest in Shares

  • When an investor invests money in the stock market, it has the potential to grow rather than keeping money in a savings account. There are two ways through which you can make money from shares i.e. capital gains and income.

 

 

 

 

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注销公司

March 14, 2025

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在马来西亚,注销公司是指从公司委员会(SSM)删除公司名称的过程,从而解散公司并终止其法律存在。这个过程也被称为撤销注册。注销过程涉及几个步骤,包括公告注销公司的意图、等待异议期以及从 SSM 中删除公司名称。一旦公司被注销,它就不再被视为法律实体,其资产可能被没收给政府。 注销与清盘 注销是一个更简单、正式的过程,但可能会导致公司的资产被政府没收。清盘则是一个更复杂、更正式的过程,可能涉及法庭诉讼,但它为公司的债权人和股东提供更多的保护。 虽然注销和清盘都可能导致公司的解散,但在过程和法律影响方面有所不同。 注销公司 通过从SSM删除公司名称,需要公司秘书向SSM提交申请。 注销所需的标准: 公司停止运营和业务 股东经过多数票同意停止运营 在申请注销时,资产和负债金额接近于零 所有公司银行账户都已关闭 向政府机构如雇员公积金(EPF)、国家税务局(LHDN)或社会安全组织(SOCSO)清算未结金额 向SSM、LHDN和其他政府机构支付所有罚款或和解款(如有) 最新的公司数据 没有任何在国内或国外的活跃法律案件 在抵押物登记处没有任何罚款记录 没有向股东回报任何利润。 不是控股公司  不是担保公司 提交注销申请 提交注销申请的过程必须由专业服务提供者完成,如公司秘书。这些服务提供者可以协助准备和提交所需的文件到SSM,这是监督公司注册和合规性的监管机构。BP-AST 是一家集齐商业咨询及专业会计于一身的会计楼,提供专业会计、公司秘书、税务、研讨会、商业咨询等服务,可谓企业家的最佳伙伴。 在马来西亚注销公司需要多长时间? 在马来西亚,注销公司需要多长时间取决于申请的完整性和是否提出异议等因素。一般来说,该过程需要6到12个月的时间。 常见问题 1. 公司被注销后,其资产和负债会怎样处理? 在马来西亚,一旦公司被注销,公司的任何剩余资产或负债将归政府所有。这意味着任何债权人或股东将不能要求任何资产或对公司采取任何法律行动。 2. 如果申请被SSM拒绝怎么办? 如果注销申请被拒绝,公司应寻求专业意见来解决问题,并纠正任何未完成的合规或法律问题。公司可能还需要提供其他信息或文件来支持注销申请,或者在问题得到解决后提交新的申请。 3. 如果申请时,存在会计信息方面的疑问怎么办? 如果提交给SSM的注销申请时,存在会计信息方面的疑问,这意味着SSM在公司的财务报表或会计记录中发现了一些不一致之处。为了解决这个问题,公司可以请特许会计师检查和更新。 4. 在注销处理过程中,如果改变主意,是否可以撤回? 是的,在马来西亚,公司可以在处理申请期间撤回注销申请,如果他们改变了主意。如果要撤回申请,公司需要以书面形式向 SSM 提交请求,说明撤回的理由和公司继续营业的意图。一旦 SSM 接收并处理了请求,公司将重新被列入公司注册表,并能够继续运营。 为了确保公司的顺利和合规注销过程,建议公司聘请一位合格和有经验的公司秘书来协助进行。BP-AST 提供相关的指导并遵循法律要求,准备必要的文件和决议,与 SSM 联络,并在整个过程中处理任何可能出现的查询或问题。

SOCSO

March 7, 2025

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SOCSO Pengenalan: Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial Malaysia (PERKESO), juga dikenal sebagai Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial (SOCIAL SECURITY ORGANIZATION), merupakan sebuah agensi kerajaan yang didirikan pada tahun 1971 di bawah Kementerian Sumber Manusia di Malaysia. Dengan dasar dan undang-undang yang tertulis dalam Akta Keselamatan Sosial Pekerja 1969, semua syarikat swasta di Malaysia diwajibkan untuk mendaftar dengan PERKESO.   Apa Yang Dimaksudkan Dengan Faedah Dari PERKESO? PERKESO memainkan peranan penting dalam melindungi hak dan keselamatan pekerja di Malaysia. Agensi ini menyediakan berbagai skim perlindungan, termasuk Skim Kecederaan Pekerja, untuk melindungi pekerja dari kemalangan atau penyakit yang terkait dengan pekerjaan mereka, baik yang terjadi selama mereka bekerja atau disebabkan oleh pekerjaan tersebut. Skim Pencen Ilat juga merupakan bagian penting dari perlindungan yang diberikan oleh PERKESO, memberikan perlindungan 24 jam terhadap kecacatan.   Siapa yang Berhak Mendapatkan Perlindungan dari PERKESO? PERKESO memberikan perlindungan kepada berbagai kategori pekerja dan individu, termasuk: Kakitangan tetap Kerajaan Persekutuan dan Negeri. Individu yang bekerja secara bebas atau sebagai pekerja lepas. Pemilik tunggal, pemilik perkongsian, dan rakan kongsi mereka. Pekerja domestik dan penjawat.   Jenis dan Kategori Sumbangan kepada PERKESO Kontribusi ke PERKESO dikelompokkan dalam dua kategori utama: Kategori Pertama (Skim Kecederaan Pekerjaan dan Skim Pencen Ilat): Pekerja yang berusia di bawah 60 tahun termasuk dalam kategori ini. Dalam kategori ini, syarikat akan membayar sumbangan sebesar 1.75% dari gaji pekerja, sementara pekerja akan berkontribusi sebesar 0.5% dari gaji mereka. Kontribusi ini dimaksudkan untuk mendukung Skim Insurans Kecederaan Pekerjaan dan Skim Pencen Ilat. Kategori Kedua (Skim Kecederaan Pekerjaan Sahaja): Kategori ini berlaku bagi pekerja yang berusia 60 tahun ke atas dan masih aktif bekerja. Pekerja yang berusia 55 tahun ke atas saat mendaftar dan memenuhi syarat tertentu juga termasuk dalam kategori ini. Jika pekerja ini menerima Pencen Ilat dan gaji mereka kurang dari 1/3 dari rata-rata gaji bulanan sebelum kecederaan, maka mereka layak untuk perlindungan di bawah Skim Kecederaan Pekerjaan. Dalam kategori ini, kontribusi hanya dibayarkan oleh majikan.

STRIKE OFF COMPANY

February 28, 2025

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Meaning of Strike Off In Malaysia, Strike Off refers to the process of removing a company’s name from the Companies Register, which effectively dissolves the company and terminates its legal existence. This process is also known as deregistration. The strike off process involves several steps, including a public notice of the intention to strike off the company, a waiting period for objections, and the final removal of the company’s name from the Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM). Once the company has been struck off, it is no longer considered a legal entity and its assets may be forfeited to the government. Strike Off VS Winding Up Strike Off is a simpler and less formal process, but it may result in the loss of the company’s assets to the government. Winding Up, on the other hand, is a more complex and formal process that can involve court proceedings, but it provides more protection to the company’s creditors and shareholders. While Strike Off and Winding Up can both result in the dissolution of a company, they differ in terms of the process and legal implications. Strike Off By striking off the name of a company from SSM register, requires company secretary (CS) to send an application to SSM. Criteria needed for strike off: Company ceased operation and business. Majority vote from shareholder to cease. Asset and liabilities amount near to zero during application for strike off. All company bank account had to close. Clear outstanding amount with Government Agencies such as Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF), the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN), or Social Security Organization (SOCSO). Pay all penalties or compound (if any) to SSM, LHDN and other government bodies. Has updated SSM with the most recent data of company. Doesn’t have any active legal cases either domestically or abroad. Has no charges listed in the Charges Register. Has not returned any profits to shareholders. Is not a holding company. Is not a Guarantor Corporation.   Submission of Strike Off The process of submitting a strike off application must be done by a professional service provider, such as a CS. These service providers can assist with the preparation and submission of the required documents to SSM, which is the regulatory body responsible for overseeing company registration and compliance. BP-AST is an all in one service provider offering professional accounting, secretarial, taxation, seminar and business advisory services, making it the perfect partner for entrepreneurs. How long does it take to strike off a company in Malaysia? The time it takes to strike off a company in Malaysia can vary depending on factors such as the completeness of the application and whether any objections are raised. Generally, the process takes between 6 to 12 months. Frequent Ask Question (FAQ) What happens to the company’s assets and liabilities after it has been struck off? After a company has been struck off in Malaysia, any remaining assets or liabilities of the company will be vested in the government. This means that any creditors or shareholders will not be able to claim any assets or pursue any legal action against the company. What if the application being reject by SSM? If a strike off application being rejected, the company should seek professional advice to address the issues and rectify any outstanding compliance or legal issues. The company may also need to provide additional information or documentation to support the strike off application or submit a new application once the issues have been resolved. What if the application being query on the accounting information? If a strike off application submitted to the SSM being queried on the accounting information, it means that SSM has identified some discrepancies or inconsistencies in the company’s financial statements or accounting records. To resolve the query, the company may ask Chartered Accountant to check and update. During the processing of strike off. Is possible to withdraw if change the mind? Yes, it is possible for a company to withdraw a strike off application if they change their mind during the processing of the application in Malaysia. To withdraw the application, the company will need to submit a request to SSM in writing, stating the reason for the withdrawal and the company’s intention to remain active. Once the request is received and processed by the SSM, the company will be reinstated on the Companies Register and will be able to continue its operations.   To ensure a smooth and compliant strike off process, it is advisable for companies to engage a qualified and experienced CS to assist in the process. BP-AST provide guidance on the legal requirements, prepare the necessary documents and resolutions, liaise with the SSM, and manage any queries or issues that may arise during the process.