On 22 February 2019, BaFin issued a notice saying that it has updated its FAQ on transparency requirements relating to major holdings of voting rights.(available in the German language). In particular, following a judgement of the German Federal Supreme Court (BGH) published in November 2018, BaFin has changed its administrative practice with respect to acting…
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Hong Kong – SFC Takeovers Table Updated
From 19 February 2019, a new offer period has commenced for Deson Construction Internatonal Holdings Limited (StockCode: 8268).
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U.K. – FCA Issues Temporary Short Selling Ban
On 18 February 2019, the FCA issued a temporary short sale ban notice.
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Hong Kong – SFC Takeovers Table Updated
From 13 February 2019, a new offer period has commenced for Xingfa Aluminium Holdings Limited (Stock Code: 98).
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Netherlands – EA More Foreign Investment
On 9 February 2019, NLD EA announced increase in foreign firm investment. 372 foreign firms such as Giant, Timberland, DAZN provided 9,847 jobs in 2018. Together accounted for 2.85 billion euros in investments in the Dutch economy. Whilst in 2017, 357 foreign companies invested €1.67 billion in the Netherlands. From Head Offices to R &…
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Thailand – SEC Takeover Threshold
On 7 February 2019, Thai SEC proposed improving rules for trading securities. Consulting on improving rules for reporting acquisition or disposal of securities and holding securities for business takeover in order to ensure greater clarity.Proposed changesThe seller and the purchaser of securities must submit a report on the acquisition or disposal of securities within five…
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