1. The differences between a joint-stock company and a joint-stock company include:
(1) has different definitions. A limited company is funded by more than two shareholders and less than fifty shareholders, and a joint-stock company means that all the capital of the company is divided into equal shares;
(2) The number of shareholders is different. The number of shareholders of a limited liability company is 1-50. Previously, it was not allowed to form a company, but more than two shareholders were needed. The number of shareholders of a joint stock limited company is 2-200;
(3) The minimum registered capital is different. The minimum registered capital of a limited liability company is 30,000 yuan, and that of a joint stock limited company is 5 million yuan.
2. Legal basis: Article 8 of People's Republic of China (PRC) Company Law.
Company name A limited liability company established in accordance with this Law must indicate the words limited liability company or limited company in its name.
A joint stock limited company established in accordance with this law must indicate the words joint stock limited company or joint stock company in its name.
2. What responsibilities do the shareholders of a joint stock limited company bear?
The responsibilities of shareholders of a joint stock limited company are as follows:
1. The liability assumed is limited to the subscribed capital contribution;
2. Those who fail to fulfill their capital contribution obligations or withdraw their capital contribution shall bear the responsibility of making up their capital contribution.