On 30 November 2022 AST ASIC proposed class orders remake i.e. re takeovers. AST ASIC released Consultation paper 365 remaking ASIC class orders on takeovers, compulsory acquisitions and relevant interests; seeks feedback regarding the same. 9 class orders will expire (sunset) if not remade; does not propose significant changes. AST ASIC said that it proposes…
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30 November 2022 – India SEBI Fines for Failure to Disclose Substantial Shareholding and Takeover Breach
30 November 2022 - India Sebi Fines Fines for Failure to Disclose Substantial Shareholding and Takeover Breach
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Japan – METI Fair Acquisition / Takeover Study
On 18 November 2022, JPN METI launched a study group on fair acquisitions. JPN METI set up a study group on ideal approach to fair acquisitions / takeovers, held meeting. Aim to consider matters incl. conduct/stance of relevant parties in relation to takeover proposals and ideal takeover defense measures, to develop a fair M&A market.…
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Philippines – EXC Listing, Disclosure, Takeovers
On 16 November 2022, PHI EXC consulted on listing, disclosure, trading rules. PHI EXC issued a consultation paper titled proposed amendments to the consolidated listing and disclosure rules and revised trading rules (2022 amendments - part II). Consultation paper proposes numerous changes to consolidated listing and disclosure rules (consolidated rules); also proposes an amendment to…
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India – SEBI Share Acquisition, Takeovers
On 9 November 2022, IND SEBI amended regulation re public disinvestment. IND SEBI published the SEBI ((substantial shareholdings and takeovers) (amendment) regulations, 2022, effective upon publication in the official gazette. They amend SEBI (substantial shareholdings and takeovers) regulations, 2011. Follows IND SEBI December 2021 third amendments to takeover regulations. Amendments Inserted provisos that price determined…
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U.K. – CMA NEC Software/Capita Takeover
On 11 November 2022, UK CMA published responses from NEC Software Solutions (NECSWS) and SSS Public Safety (SSS) to provisional findings and possible remedies. NECSWS did not agree with UK CMA's current view that a full divestment of SSS is the only potential effective remedy, stating it is unreasonable and inconsistent with CMA's stated guidance…
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