Companies Act (Cap. 50): Primary legislation governing corporate actions including board meetings, resolutions, directors' duties, requirements for major transactions, and corporate governance requirements
Securities and Futures Act (Cap. 289): Regulates securities markets, including disclosure requirements for listed companies and requirements for substantial asset acquisitions
SGX Listing Rules: For listed companies: requirements for material transactions, shareholders' approval thresholds, and disclosure obligations
Property Law: Includes Land Titles Act and Conveyancing and Law of Property Act, governing real property transactions and transfers
Stamp Duties Act: Governs stamp duty implications for asset purchases, particularly relevant for property transactions
Goods and Services Tax Act: Covers tax implications of asset purchases and GST registration requirements
Income Tax Act: Addresses tax implications of asset acquisition and capital allowances considerations
Competition Act: Covers merger control provisions and market competition considerations for substantial asset purchases
Employment Act: Relevant when asset purchase involves transfer of employees
Personal Data Protection Act: Applies when assets include customer databases or personal information
Company Constitution: Internal governing document that may contain specific requirements for asset purchases
Corporate Governance Code: Best practice guidelines for corporate governance in Singapore
Industry-Specific Regulations: Additional regulations that may apply depending on the company's industry sector
Existing Contractual Obligations: Review of existing contracts that may affect or be affected by the asset purchase
Bank/Creditor Requirements: Financial institution requirements and restrictions if the asset purchase involves financing
