2025-10-12 Fraud - opportunity & resolution

Company fraud can be perpetrated by external parties, internal employees, competitors, shareholders, directors, or even infiltrate the business through its IT systems. The fraud committed by shareholders is one of the lesser-discussed types of fraud.

It is universally understood that directors, managers, and employees shall be interested in the well-being of the company. What about shareholders? It might be self-evident that it is in their interest to increase the valuation of the company they invested in. Is it always the case? What about "Phoenix company"?

"Phoenix company" is understood as a company receiving all the assets of the original company, all the know-how, and even the good employees. Leaving the holders of original company liabilities in a weak position to receive the repayment of the money due. Few shareholders see themselves as the ultimate holders of the company, as someone who can make the final decision. It is not true. It causes market disruption, it makes employees and suppliers surprised, and, above all, it is an attempt that has similarities with fraud.

The company is built with a vision of protection. With a vision of providing value to the market and to the stakeholders