On 10 March 2026, AST ASIC proposed to enhance beneficial ownership disclosure. AST ASIC issued consultation paper 387, enhanced beneficial ownership disclosure-proposed legislative instrument, form and guidance (CP 387). Aims to respond to reforms in schedule 1 of the Treasury Laws Amendment (Strengthening Financial Systems and Other Measures) Act 2025 (amending act). Follows AST GVT…
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Japan – METI Fair Takeover Guide Review
On 3 February 2026, JPN METI said it will reconvene fair takeovers study group. JPN METI said it will reconvene the Study Group on Fair Takeovers, to review necessary updates on the Guidelines for corporate takeovers issued on 31 August 2023. Follows JPN METI August 2023 issued action guide for corporate takeovers. Background The purpose…
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S Korea – FSS Corporate Disclosure Guidelines
On 30 January 2026, SK FSS updated the guidelines for corporate disclosure. SK FSS issued Practical guidelines for corporate disclosure updated in December 2025. Updates re Distribution Disclosure Guidelines reflect expanded disclosure obligations re executive appointment/re-appointment restrictions and scope of disclosure re contracts among shareholders. In addition, revision of the post-disclosure form for single sales/supply…
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Poland – FSA Public Company Substantial Shareholding
On 14 January 2026, POL FSA issued position on share transaction obligations. POL FSA issued position on performance of obligations related to transactions in significant blocks of shares in public companies for the parties to the agreement. Main Points The position covers the interpretation of the provisions of the Act on Public Offering on the…
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Hong Kong – SFC Publishes Substantial Shareholding Announcement
On 13 January 2026, the SFC announced substantial shareholding in the following: in Aceso Life Science Group Limited (Stock Code: 00474)
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Hong Kong – Substantial Shareholding Announcement
On 22 December 2025, the SFC issued substantial shareholding announcement: Substantial Shareholding in GR Life Style Company Limited (Stock Code: 00108)
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