Companies Act (Cap. 50): Primary legislation governing corporate entities in Singapore, including regulations on company formation, management, operations, and dissolution
Sale of Goods Act (Cap. 393): Regulates the sale of goods and transfer of property in Singapore, crucial for asset transfers in business acquisitions
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Ensures fair market competition and regulates mergers and acquisitions that might result in substantial lessening of competition
Employment Act (Cap. 91): Governs employment relationships and protects employees' rights during business transfers
Central Provident Fund Act: Mandates employer contributions to employees' retirement funds and ensures compliance during business transfers
Employment of Foreign Manpower Act: Regulates the employment of foreign workers and ensures work pass compliance in business transfers
Securities and Futures Act: Regulates financial markets and securities trading, particularly relevant for acquisitions involving listed companies
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data during due diligence and business transfers
Income Tax Act: Addresses tax implications and obligations in business acquisitions, including stamp duty and capital gains considerations
Patents Act: Protects patent rights and regulates their transfer during business acquisitions
Trade Marks Act: Governs the protection and transfer of trademarks in business acquisitions
Copyright Act: Protects copyright works and regulates their transfer in business acquisitions
Corruption, Drug Trafficking and Other Serious Crimes Act: Ensures compliance with anti-money laundering regulations in business transactions
Land Titles Act: Governs real property transfers and registration when real estate assets are involved in the acquisition
Property Tax Act: Regulates property tax obligations for real estate assets involved in business acquisitions
