1
The commercial register is a network of state-run databases. Its primary purpose is the recording and publication of legally relevant information about legal entities, which serves to provide legal certainty and protect third parties.
2
Legal entities for the purpose of this Title are:
1.
sole proprietorships;
2.
general partnerships;
3.
limited partnerships;
4.
companies limited by shares;
5.
partnerships limited by shares;
6.
limited liability companies;
7.
cooperatives;
8.
associations;
9.
foundations;
10.
limited partnerships for capital investment schemes;
11.
investment companies with fixed capital;
12.
investment companies with variable capital;
13.
public institutions;
14.
branch offices.