On 12 November 2023, BHR CB issued amendments to the TMA module. BHR CB issued letter re amendments to takeovers, mergers and acquisitions module under CBB rulebook volume 6 regarding Independent advice and shareholder approval. Follows BHR CB consultation on takeovers and mergers amendments. Highlights Removed text re obtaining independent advice whether offer is in…

On 11 October 2023, UK Takeover Panel launched website for digital version of code. UK Takeover Panel launched digital version of Takeover code on a new dedicated website. Summary Functions include navigation between provisions, pop-up boxes for defined terms, tabs linking rules to related practice statements, pdf copy of code (amended 22 May 2023). Plus…

On 30 September 2023, AST GVT registered 30th compilation of the Foreign acquisitions and takeovers act 1975, setting out the text as amended and in force on 15 September 2023.  

On 28 September 2023, BHR CB proposed amendments to takeovers and mergers. BHR CB consulted on amendments to takeovers, mergers and acquisitions module. Amendments to section TMA-2.2 Independent Advice and Shareholder Approval of the Takeover, mergers and acquisitions module (Module TMA) under CBB rulebook - vol. 6. Amendments Amendments to paras TMA-2.2.1, TMA-2.2.3; new TMA-2.3A…

On 28 September 2023, AST ASIC released Report 773 - response to submissions on CP 365 remaking ASIC class orders on takeovers, compulsory acquisitions and relevant interests re consult above; relief embodied in the instruments is same in substance. It is on substantially same terms as sunsetting instruments, with certain exceptions. Exceptions include extending scope…

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…