Quiñenco S.A., Chilean Tax ID Number 91.705.000-7, is a publicly-held corporation organized in 1957 under Chilean law. In accordance with its bylaws, its purpose is to carry out investment activities compatible with the country’s regulatory and tax framework. Quiñenco’s shares are traded on the Chilean stock exchanges.
Quiñenco’s corporate governance practices are governed by Law 18,046 on Corporations, the Corporations Regulations, Law 18,045 on the Securities Market, the regulations of the Financial Market Commission (CMF) and the company’s bylaws.
Quiñenco has a Code of Conduct applicable to all its executives and employees, in order to promote honest and ethical conduct, avoid any type of conflict of interest, ensure adequate disclosure of financial information and compliance with applicable regulations.
Quiñenco is committed to keeping its investors informed about its activities and complying with all ethical and legal standards regarding the disclosure of information.
Quiñenco is managed by its Board of Directors which, according to the Company’s bylaws, must be comprised of eight directors elected at the annual general meeting. At the meeting held on April 26, 2024, the Board was elected for a three-year term. The Board of Directors meets at least once a month, on dates predetermined by the Board; extraordinary meetings are called by the Chairman of the Board or when requested by the absolute majority of the Board.
The Board of Directors represents the interests of all shareholders and is committed to achieving a sustained increase in the value of the company. Its main functions are aimed at setting the company’s strategic and financial objectives and policies as well as allocating the appropriate resources for management to achieve them.