On 31 March 2026, the SFC released Takeovers Bulletin Issue no. 76 Highlights include: Engagement of suitable professional advisers Settlement agreement in relation to certain dealings in Giordano shares Changes to takeovers related committees Quarterly update on activities of Takeovers Team
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Germany – BaFin Supervisory Notice Re: Interpretations of Takeover Act
On 20 March 2026, GE BaFin issued supervisory notice re C-864/24 EU ruling. GE BaFin issued Supervisory Notice 02/2026 re impact of ECJ ruling of 12 February 2026. Case C-864/24 dealt with interpretation of S34 of Securities Trading Act (WpHG) and S30 of Securities Acquisition and Takeover Act (WpUG). Overview The supervisory notice provides guidance…
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Hong Kong – SFC Update Takeover Table
On 26 March 2026, the SFC updated the Takeover Table with the following: offer period has commenced for Hing Lee (HK) Holdings Limited (stock code: 00396) from 26 March 2026.
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Hong Kong – SFC Seeks Criminal Prosecution in Short Selling Case
On 20 March 2026, HK SFC announced that an application by the Department of Justice to transfer the securities fraud case to the District Court for criminal proceedings was granted. This marks the first time in which a criminal prosecution for securities fraud involving illegal short selling will be held in the District Court. Bail…
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S Korea – FSS Substantial Shareholding Disclosure Booklet
On 19 March 2026, SK FSS updated a booklet on substantial shareholding disclosure. SK FSS issued a booklet on the shareholding disclosure system updated in December 2025. Outline of Updates The booklet reflects amendments to laws/regulations and institutional improvements, and addresses difficulties in compliance with reporting requirements. For this publication, the KOSDAQ Listed Companies Association…
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India – SEBI Revised Rules on Minimum Public Shareholding
On 13 March 2026, IND SEBI revised rules on minimum public shareholding. IND SEBI published the Securities contracts (regulation) amendment rules, 2026, which amends rule 19 of the Securities contracts (regulation) rules, 1957, regarding minimum public shareholding (MPS) requirements for companies seeking IPO. Follows IND SEBI August 2025 proposed review of large issuer requirements. Highlights…
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