{"id":453,"date":"2025-08-21T11:37:42","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T09:37:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.evaliancecapital.fr\/vente-de-titres-ou-cession-de-fonds-de-commerce-quelles-differences\/"},"modified":"2025-09-02T09:37:29","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T07:37:29","slug":"sale-of-securities-or-transfer-of-business-assets-what-are-the-differences","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.evaliancecapital.fr\/en\/sale-of-securities-or-transfer-of-business-assets-what-are-the-differences\/","title":{"rendered":"Sale of securities or transfer of business assets\u00a0:\u00a0what are the differences\u00a0?\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1756453545935{margin-bottom: 0px\u00a0!important;}” text_direction=”default”]When a business owner decides to sell their company, two legal options are available\u00a0: selling the company\u2019s shares<\/strong> (equity or stock) or selling the business assets<\/strong>.
Both aim to transfer the activity but follow different rules and have distinct tax<\/strong>, financial<\/strong>, and legal<\/strong> impacts.
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1. Transfer of the business<\/span><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\n

The business assets sale<\/strong> (fonds de commerce) refers to all the elements necessary to operate the activity\u00a0:<\/p>\n

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    Intangible assets\u00a0: customers, trade name, brand, patents, permits, ongoing contracts, lease rights.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Tangible assets\u00a0: equipment, machinery, furniture, inventory.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Legal and practical aspects<\/strong>
    The transfer requires defining precisely\u00a0:<\/p>\n

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      the treatment of ongoing contracts<\/strong>,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      the allocation of payments received and supplier debts related to transactions not yet completed at the transfer date.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      In practice, the buyer acquires only the activity<\/strong>, but not the company itself <\/strong>: the seller retains the legal entity, its debts, and its cash.<\/p>\n

      Tax and financial aspects<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        For the buyer\u00a0:<\/strong> payment of registration duties (according to current tax brackets).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        For the seller\u00a0:<\/strong> the sale price is recorded as an exceptional income in the company, subject to corporate tax, then distributed as dividends with the applicable taxation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Mandatory escrow\u00a0:<\/strong> the sale price is held for three to five months to complete legal formalities (publication, creditor claims).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        If the sold business assets represent the company\u2019s only activity, the entity must then be liquidated or sold as an \u201cempty shell.\u201d<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1756199771359{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}” text_direction=”default”]\n

        2. The sale of securities (shares or stocks)<\/span><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\n

        The sale of shares<\/strong> consists of selling the equity or stock representing the company\u2019s capital (LLC, SAS, SA, etc.). The buyer acquires the entire company\u00a0: its assets and liabilities.<\/p>\n

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          The company continues to exist without interruption\u00a0: contracts, permits, and business relationships remain in place.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          The transfer can be total or partial (e.g., 60% of shares), offering more flexibility.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          The buyer also assumes past risks <\/strong>: ongoing litigation, tax or social debts, future reassessments. To protect themselves, they generally require an asset and liability guarantee (GAP)<\/strong>, sometimes with a financial guarantee (escrow of part of the price).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Tax and financial aspects<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            For the buyer\u00a0:<\/strong> payment of registration duties (according to current tax brackets).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            For the seller\u00a0:<\/strong> the capital gain is subject to income tax at the progressive rate, after allowances for holding period (per conditions and brackets in force).<\/p>\n

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              Social contributions also apply.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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              Favorable regimes exist, for example for a retiring owner (fixed\u00a0\u20ac500,000 allowance under conditions) or in case of reinvestment in an SME (subject to applicable conditions).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”119″ image_size=”full” max_width=”custom” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width_custom=”67″][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Choosing between a business assets sale or a share sale means adapting the transfer to each strategy in order to secure and enhance the transaction.<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1756798544925{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}” text_direction=”default”]\n

              3. How to choose between the two ?<\/span><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]The choice depends on several criteria :<\/p>\n
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              • For the buyer : <\/strong>acquiring the business as a going concern (asset deal) offers protection against hidden liabilities but involves more formalities. Acquiring shares (share deal) is simpler but requires a solid warranty and indemnity (W&I) insurance or guarantees.<\/li>\n
              • For the seller : <\/strong>taxation and wealth management strategy influence the decision. Selling shares is often more advantageous if the applicable exemptions or allowances are met.<\/li>\n
              • For both parties :<\/strong>\u00a0the nature of the activity, the existence of strategic contracts or licenses, and the relationship of trust determine the most suitable structure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”119″ image_size=”full” max_width=”custom” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width_custom=”67″][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]With the right guidance, a business leader can turn legal and tax constraints into both a wealth management and strategic opportunity.<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”60″ top_padding_tablet=”30″ top_padding_phone=”20″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”59″ image_size=”full” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default”][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\n

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                The sale of business assets<\/strong> and the sale of shares<\/strong> follow different logics. The first protects the buyer<\/strong> from past debts<\/strong> but requires a strict definition of transferred elements and heavier formalities. The second is legally smoother but also transfers the liabilities<\/strong>, making an asset and liability guarantee<\/strong> essential.<\/p>\n

                In all cases, the complex and evolving taxation<\/strong> must be reviewed in advance with a tax advisor<\/strong> to optimize the transaction. Support from a specialized business transfer advisor<\/strong> is therefore essential to secure and maximize the deal.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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