On 25 August 2021, SWI GVT issued rules on foreign investment control. SWI GVT Federal Council set parameters for monitoring investments in Switzerland. Aimed to implement motion 18.3021 Rieder Protecting Swiss economy by controlling investments; the project will probably be put for consultation at end of March 2022. The Federal Council has so far spoken […]
On 13 July 2021, CSE issued notice on takeover disclosure requirements. CSE issued guidance, expectations on disclosing certain acquisitions by listed issuers. Exchange reviewed acquisitions of private companies by listed issuers that do not seem to meet fundamental changes criteria, yet significant number of listed securities. Cited CSE Policy 6 distributions, for acquisitions involving issuance […]
On 12 July 2021, FR CMP approved Aéma Group’s takeover of Aviva France. FR AMF gave the Aéma Group (Macif) the green light for the takeover of Aviva France. Background The Aéma Group and Aviva France are two French operators in the insurance sector. Particularly active in the non-life, personal, savings and asset management markets. […]
On 8 July 2021, Nasdaq Nordic reported on discipline re takeover disclosure. Nasdaq Nordic (Stockholm) has fined Amasten Fastighets for breaching takeover rules. Overview Amasten Fastighets has been ordered to pay a SEK 1,000,000 fine regarding disclosure of a public takeover offer to shareholders in SSM Holding AB on 14 October 2020. Nasdaq Stockholm disciplinary […]
On 5 July 2021, UK TO Panel published the thirteenth edition of the Takeover Code. New version published on the Panel’s website; copies have been sent to subscribers.
On 20 May 2021, FR CMP gave green light for stores takeover by Chaussea. FR CMP gave green light for the takeover of 128 La Halle brand stores by Chaussea. Clearance Subject to Conditions 17 June 2020, Chaussea notified FR CMP of plan to acquire 128 La Halle brand stores. The acquisition is being made […]