Panama Investment Corporation
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Panama Investment Corporation
Overview
Panama Investment Corporation operates as an investment fund, pooling capital from the public to reinvest it across diverse assets. This approach aims to lower investment risks while potentially enhancing returns for investors. In Panama, these corporations serve as vehicles to attract third-party investment funds.
What is a Panama Investment Corporation?
An investment corporation in Panama includes any legal entity, such as a corporation, foundation, trust, or contractual agreement, that raises money from the public through one-time or periodic payments. The goal is to invest in a variety of assets, including securities, bonds, options, futures, metals, and real estate. These corporations offer reduced risks, lower administrative costs, and professional investment management.
Public Offering in Panama
A public offering occurs when an investment corporation or its administrator promotes its securities within Panama. This involves targeting potential investors through marketing strategies aimed at encouraging them to invest. While this might not interest everyone, understanding the legal framework provides insights into potential registration exemptions.
Administration in Panama
An investment corporation is considered managed in Panama if one or more of the following is true:
- It appoints an investment administrator in Panama.
- Its principal office or any promotional material specifies Panama as its location.
- It designates a custodian in Panama.
- Its board of directors principally resides in Panama.
Types of Investment Corporations
1. Simple Investment Corporations: Single type of participation quota and investment portfolio.
2. Umbrella Investment Corporations: Multiple series of participation quotas with distinct portfolios.
3. Multiple Class Investment Corporations: Different terms for quota series regarding fees and administration.
4. Principal Fund Invested by Other Funds: Invest in other investment corporations.
Registration Requirements in Panama
To register, an investment corporation must provide:
1. Incorporation details.
2. Legal and commercial domiciles.
3. An investment administrator licensed by the National Securities Commission.
4. A designated custodian.
5. Fund type identification.
6. Details of authorized share capital and minimum capital requirements.
7. Participation quota registration details for public offering.
Required Documents
1. Authenticated articles of incorporation.
2. Director identification (Passport or Panama Cedulla).
3. Audited financial statements or initial balance sheet.
4. Director and executive CVs.
5. Investment corporation prospectus.
6. Contracts with the administrator and custodian.
7. Draft Code of Conduct for self-administered corporations.
8. Advertising materials.
9. Draft investment contract for investors.
10. Draft minutes of board meetings detailing operations.
Private Investment Corporations
Private investment corporations are exempt from registration with the Securities Commission if they meet certain conditions, such as:
1. Limiting owners to 50 or conducting all offers privately without public ads.
2. Offering quotas only to qualified investors with a minimum initial investment of $100,000.
These corporations must appoint a local representative in Panama, such as a licensed administrator or advisor, and submit various documents, including audited statements annually.
Self-Administered Investment
If the corporation chooses not to employ an external administrator, it must ensure:
1. A board of at least three reputable directors.
2. A third of the board has experience in securities and financial markets.
3. Complete administrative and technical infrastructure.
4. An internal code of conduct.
5. A compliance officer to oversee investment and due diligence adherence.
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