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The Founders Stock Purchase Agreement is essential in Swiss company formations and early-stage corporate structuring. It is primarily used when establishing a new company or formalizing the shareholding arrangements of founding members in an existing company. The agreement ensures compliance with Swiss corporate law requirements, particularly the Swiss Code of Obligations, while documenting the terms of share purchases by founders. It covers crucial elements such as share pricing, vesting conditions, transfer restrictions, and founder commitments. This document is fundamental in establishing clear ownership rights and obligations, protecting both the company and founding shareholders, and creating a solid foundation for future corporate governance and potential investment rounds. The agreement typically works in conjunction with the Articles of Association and any Shareholders' Agreement, forming a comprehensive framework for corporate relationships and share ownership.
