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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
On 7 November 2022, IRE GVT Minister Donohoe welcomed PTSB completion of residential mortgages and associated staff transfer under transaction with Ulster Bank in Ireland. Issued subscription shares to NatWest as partial non-cash transaction; it now holds 16.66% PTSB issued share capital/State shareholding down from 74.9% to 62.4%. Background PTSB has signed binding legal agreements […]
On 31 October 2022, UK GVT decided no action on the takeover / acquisition by Vesa Equity. UK GVT decided to take no further action under its national security powers on the proposed increase in shareholdings by Vesa Equity Investment in Royal Mail. Proposed acquisition of increased shareholdings in Royal Mail had been called for […]