Adam Pawlisz | In Principle

Convertible loans are still a relatively rare debt financing instrument in Polish practice, but have recently gained popularity among startups and in venture capital. In essence, a convertible loan involves granting a loan that may be repaid by converting the debt into equity in the borrower. But depending on the expectations, circumstances and identified risks, the loan provisions can differ widely, with flexibility to modify the positions of the parties. This means it is worth paying attention to a number of financial and legal parameters, including obvious ones that can affect the feasibility of the undertaking.

An increase in the share capital of a limited-liability company without amending the articles of association is often used as a simpler, faster and, in theory, cheaper method of increasing the capital. But in practice, due to the ambiguous wording of the regulations, doubts may arise about this method of capital increase and the form of the documents required for its effective implementation. What should be kept in mind for a simplified share capital increase to be carried out correctly?