Tag: takeovers

Changes to merger thresholds in the UK announced
Rules to strengthen the UK government’s powers to scrutinise takeovers, which could raise national security concerns in specific areas of the economy, have been updated.

Dutch corporate governance committee calls for more shareholder activism
The Dutch corporate governance committee believes “it’s time to pay more attention to the role and involvement of shareholders, particularly with regard to long-term value creation”.

Ministers seek greater powers to block foreign takeovers
A consultation is launched on new measures that would allow the government to intervene in the takeover of companies with turnovers of £1m or more for national security reasons.

Regulator clashes with government over Sky takeover
Ofcom chief executive defends conclusion that the proposed takeover of Sky by 21st Century Fox is a media plurality issue, and not a question of broadcasting standards.

Courtroom clash between AkzoNobel and shareholders set for today
Shareholders demand an investigation of management and call an extraordinary general meeting to vote on the future of chairman Antony Burgmans.

AkzoNobel accused of ‘hoax’ governance policy by major shareholder
Board of Dutch paint maker under pressure from US fund manager after it rejects third takeover offer.