Hong Kong – SFC Issues Takeovers Bulletin No. 76

On 31 March 2026, the SFC released Takeovers Bulletin Issue no. 76 Highlights include: Engagement of suitable professional advisers Settlement agreement in relation to certain dealings in Giordano shares Changes to takeovers related committees Quarterly update on activities of Takeovers Team

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Germany – BaFin Supervisory Notice Re: Interpretations of Takeover Act

On 20 March 2026, GE BaFin issued supervisory notice re C-864/24 EU ruling. GE BaFin issued Supervisory Notice 02/2026 re impact of ECJ ruling of 12 February 2026. Case C-864/24 dealt with interpretation of S34 of Securities Trading Act (WpHG) and S30 of Securities Acquisition and Takeover Act (WpUG). Overview The supervisory notice provides guidance […]

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Hong Kong – SFC Update Takeover Table

On 26 March 2026, the SFC updated the Takeover Table with the following: offer period has commenced for Hing Lee (HK) Holdings Limited (stock code: 00396) from 26 March 2026.

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S Korea – FSS Substantial Shareholding Disclosure Booklet

On 19 March 2026, SK FSS updated a booklet on substantial shareholding disclosure. SK FSS issued a booklet on the shareholding disclosure system updated in December 2025. Outline of Updates The booklet reflects amendments to laws/regulations and institutional improvements, and addresses difficulties in compliance with reporting requirements. For this publication, the KOSDAQ Listed Companies Association […]

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