On 17 September 2025, the SFC updated the Takeover Table that the following have closed as of 16 September: offer period for Thing On Enterprise Limited (Stock Code: 2292) offer period for PINE Technology Holdings Limited (Stock Code: 1079)
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Ireland – FUNDS 2026 Pre-Budget Asks for Extension for Substantial Shareholding Exemption
On 10 September 2025, IRE FUNDS issued reforms proposed for Budget 2026. IRE FUNDS, as part of ongoing engagement with government stakeholders, formalized the industry’s key priorities in a Pre-Budget 2026 submission, Unlocking Private Assets to Drive Ireland’s Long-Term Competitiveness and Growth. Builds on extensive discussions over recent months, reflects continued commitment to ensuring Ireland…
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Malta – FSA ESAP and Takeover Bids Rules
On 5 September 2025, MLT FSA issued circular on chapters 5 and 11 of CMRs. MLT FSA Circular on chapters 5 and 11 of Capital Markets Rules re partial transposition requirements of European Single Access Point package, takeover bid definition change. Follows ESAs January 2024 proposals for use of EU Single Access Point. Overview Circular…
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Hong Kong – SFC Updates Substantial Shareholding Notices
On 12 September 2025, the SFC updated the Takeover table for the following: new offer period has commenced for Evergrande Property Services Group Limited (stock code: 6666) from 11 September 2025.
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Hong Kong – SFC Updates Notices for Substantial Shareholding
On 10 September 2025, the SFC announced a substantial shareholding notification in the following: Zhong An Intelligent Living Service Limited (Stock Code: 02271)
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U.S. – SEC Chairman Atkins Issue Statement on 13f-2 Short Selling Rule
On 5 September 2025, the SEC Chairman, Paul Atkins issued a statement in response to the Fifth Circuit Court's decision issued in August on the 13f-2 short selling and securities lending rules. Background The Court did not vacate the rules; The Court held that the SEC had not properly considered their cumulative economic impact; and…
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