Companies Act (Cap. 50): Primary legislation governing company formation, share issuance, ownership rights, shareholders' rights and obligations, and requirements for share transfers and documentation in Singapore
Securities and Futures Act (Cap. 289): Legislation regulating securities offerings, trading, disclosure requirements, and controls on insider trading and market manipulation
Contract Law (Application of Laws Act): Fundamental law governing contract formation and enforcement, based on English common law principles
Income Tax Act: Legislation covering tax implications of share ownership, including treatment of dividends and capital gains
Competition Act: Legislation governing ownership restrictions, merger control rules, and regulations against anti-competitive behavior
Personal Data Protection Act: Law regulating the handling and protection of personal information of shareholders
Stamp Duties Act: Legislation specifying requirements and rates for stamp duty on share transfers
MAS Guidelines: Regulatory guidelines issued by the Monetary Authority of Singapore affecting corporate ownership and governance
SGX Listing Rules: Rules and requirements for listed companies on the Singapore Exchange, affecting corporate ownership structures and disclosure requirements
Corporate Governance Code: Guidelines and principles for corporate governance practices in Singapore companies
Foreign Investment Restrictions: Regulations governing foreign ownership limits and restrictions in Singapore companies across various sectors
