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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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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Argentina – CNV TAD, GDE Electronic System

On 1 September 2023, ARG CNV issued resolution on required procedures via GDE ARG CNV issued Resolution 974 regarding the filings that require use of remote procedures (TAD) through the Electronic Document Management System (GDE). Background Decree 1.063 of 2016 approved implementation of Remote Procedures Platform (TAD) via Remote Procedures module of Electronic Document Management […]

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