Key Terms in a Shareholders Agreement Contract Under Saudi Law

With the enactment of Saudi Arabia’s New Companies Law (2022) and the modernization of its corporate framework, Shareholders’ Agreements (“SHAs”) have become an essential management tool for both local and foreign investors. SHAs provide a clear structure for shareholder rights, governance arrangements, investment protections, and exit mechanisms in joint ventures and privately held companies. Whether […]
Merger & Acquisition

Mergers and acquisitions are among the most important tools used in corporate development and restructuring. They help improve operational efficiency, expand market share, and support strategic growth. And although the two terms are often used interchangeably in business contexts, Saudi law clearly distinguishes between them—both in their legal nature and in the regulatory consequences that […]