On 2 March 2026, the SFC updated the Takeover Table with the following: offer period for Minmetals Land Limited (Stock Code: 00230) closed on 27 February 2026.
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Egypt – FRA Issued Rules on Securities Lending Operations
On 24 February 2026, EGY FRA issued rules on securities lending operations EGY FRA issued Resolution 365 of 2026 regulating securities lending operations for the purpose of short selling. Overview Establishes a comprehensive framework governing centralized securities lending through Misr for Central Clearing, Depository and Registry (MCDR). Defines key participants, borrowing client, lending client, brokerage…
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Germany – BaFin Takeover Administrative Practice
On 20 February 2026, GE BaFin opened consultation on draft practice circular. GE BaFin opened consultation 1/2026 regarding the draft of Circular xx/2026 (WA)- Administrative practice on takeover law. Purpose Circular outlines GE BaFin's existing administrative practice regarding takeover law. It consolidates previously published information on takeover law including the Information Sheet-Interpretation of Section 35…
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Hong Kong – SFC Action on Giordano Takeover
On 16 February 2026, HK SFC discussed settlement involving liability up to HKD 1.5bn. HK SFC announced a settlement with Sino Wealth International Limited and Clear Prosper Global Limited for breaches of the codes on takeovers and mergers and share buy-backs in relation to dealings in shares of Giordano International Limited. Outline of Settlement HK…
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Canada – CIRO 2026 Dealer Compliance Report Re: Short Selling
On 17 February 2026, CIRO published annual report on compliance for dealers. CIRO issued the CIRO Compliance Report for 2026: Helping Dealers with Compliance. Follows January 2025 CIRO release of annual compliance report for 2025. Report highlights the key issues and challenges that CIRO-regulated dealers should prioritize to strengthen investor protection and support robust market…
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Hong Kong – SFC Fines for Short Selling Violation Related to Pump and Dump Scheme
On 9 February 2026, HK SFC convicted masterminds for securities fraud re listed firms. HK SFC sentenced Mr. Li King Hong and Mr. Lam Hin Fai to up to 24 months jail, in a securities fraud case involving the shares of four Hong Kong-listed companies. Their spouses, Ms. Chan Ngai See and Ms. Betty Hui…
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