Directive (EU) 2017/1132 Article 74

Reduction in the subscribed capital in case of several classes of shares

Article 74

Where there are several classes of shares, the decision by the general meeting concerning a reduction in the subscribed capital shall be subject to a separate vote, at least for each class of shareholders whose rights are affected by the transaction.

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