On 28 September 2023, AST ASIC released Report 773 - response to submissions on CP 365 remaking ASIC class orders on takeovers, compulsory acquisitions and relevant interests re consult above; relief embodied in the instruments is same in substance. It is on substantially same terms as sunsetting instruments, with certain exceptions. Exceptions include extending scope…
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Finland – Gvt Issues Consultation on Takeover Amendments
On 8 August 2023, FIN GVT consulted on changes to Securities Markets Act. FIN GVT's presentation to FIN PRL on proposals to amend the Securities Markets Act. Proposal Finnish Securities Market Association requested Ministry of Finance extend regulation on takeover bids in Chapter 11 of Securities Markets Act (SMA (FIN)) to MTFs. In addition there…
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Australia – ASIC Takeovers, Substantial Shareholding
On 27 September 2023, AST GVT registered instruments set out below re the consult above, and an explanatory statement for each; all instruments commence on 28 September 2023. Registered instrument ASIC corporations (changing the responsible entity) instrument 2023/681; ASIC corporations (takeover bids) instrument 2023/683; as well as the ASIC corporations (compulsory acquisitions and buyouts) instrument…
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25 September 2023 – India SEBI Fines for Takeover Reporting Failure
India SEBI Fines for Takeover Reporting Failure
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Hong Kong – SFC Adopts Changes to Takeover Code / Share Buy-backs
On 21 September 2023, HK SFC published consultation conclusions, adopted all proposals. Changes include revising the definitions of important terms, streamlining takeover processes to enhance efficiency and introducing green initiatives to reduce the carbon footprint. Amended codes will be gazetted on 29 September 2023 and then take effect immediately. Background: HK SFC proposed amendments to…
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Taiwan – FSC Proposed Amendment Public Acquisitions / Takeover Protection
On 4 September 2023, TAI FSC published the proposed amendment of Regulations governing information to be published in public tender offer / takeover prospectuses. And Regulations governing public tender offers / takeovers for securities of public companies. Consultation is open until 3 November 2023.
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