The Federal Council of Switzerland has issued a Consultation which proposes to increase the initial reporting threshold for substantial shareholding from 3% to 5%. Comments must be submitted by 11 October 2024 Send comments electronically (a Word version in addition to a PDF version) to email address: vernehmlassungen@sif.admin.ch Full press release can be found here.
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Hong Kong – SFC Takeover Bulletin Highlights Time to Register in ESS
On 30 September, the SFC issued its September Takeover Bulletin. Highlights: Time to register in the Electronic Submission System (ESS) Quarterly activity on Takeovers
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S Korea – FSS Published Short Selling Guideline
On 25 September 2024, SK FSS published Integrated short selling guideline. SK FSS formulated the Integrated short selling guideline to enable investors to verify the illegality of short selling and launched the customized investor support system. Follows SK FSC, FSS June 2024 launched short sale reform measures. Overview of Integrated Guideline The balance available for…
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U.S. – SEC 13G New Substantial Shareholding Reporting Effective
On 30 September 2024, the SEC's new reporting regime for SEC Schedule 13G becomes effective. Filings Deadlines: QIIs & Exempt Investors: 45 days after calendar quarter in which substantial shareholding exceeds 5%. Passive Investors: Within 5 business days after acquiring substantial shareholding of more than 5% [Rule 13d-1(c)]. Amendments: All 13G Filers: Within 5 business…
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Australia – Platinum AM Refuses Takeover Bid
Bloomberg reports that Sydney-based funds manager Platinum Asset Management has refused a takeover proposal from hedge fund Regal Partners Ltd. bid undervalued company at $359m offering from Regal Platinum's board unanimously concluded that the proposed deal was “not in the best interest of Platinum shareholders,” at least “in its current form.” Platinum has struggled with outflows…
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U.S. – SEC Settles Short Selling Case Against HK IA
On 23 September 2024, SEC reported settlement re public offering, short sale. SEC reported settled charges against Centerline Investment Management Limited, a Hong Kong, China-based investment adviser, for violating an SEC short selling trade rule. Purchased stock in public offering of securities for advisory client after effecting short selling in same stock for advisory client…
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