George Knighton

Oct 6, 2024 | honda-tech.com | George Knighton

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Apr 25, 2024 | jdsupra.com | Bruce Embley |Craig Kelly |George Knighton

On 24 April 2024, the UK Takeover Panel (the Panel) published Public Consultation Paper 2024/1 (the PCP), which proposes a significant change to the applicability of the UK Takeover Code (the Code), by narrowing the scope of companies to which the Code applies. The amendments proposed by the PCP would, if adopted, result in a significantly reduced number of companies subject to the Code and impact those that are incorporated in the UK but listed on the NYSE or NASDAQ.

Feb 23, 2024 | lexblog.com | Armand Grumberg |George Knighton |Simon Toms

Key PointsThe number of activist campaigns launched against European companies rose again in 2023, with a new focus on German targets. Many activists surveyed believe that France offers them good opportunities. Most of the companies surveyed said they have moved to install defenses against activists, or plan to in the near future. The boards of listed European companies increasingly find themselves faced with pressure from activist investors.

Mar 17, 2023 | lexology.com | John Adebiyi |Bruce Embley |Scott Hopkins |George Knighton |Simon Toms |Adam Howard | +1 more

United KingdomMarch 17 2023Foreword d In large part, guidance and rulings are sought from the Executive before actions are taken and not after. Parties are required by the Code to consult the Executive in advance when they or their advisers are in any doubt whatsoever about how the Code should be interpreted. The Panel considers that prevention is preferable to cure and this enables parties to proceed with the comfort of knowing where they stand under the Code.

Feb 23, 2023 | jdsupra.com | Armand Grumberg |George Knighton |Simon Toms

Takeaways The number of live activist campaigns in Europe grew again in 2022, and companies expect to see more in 2023, according to a survey conducted by Activistmonitor and Skadden. Most companies surveyed have spotted weaknesses that could make them vulnerable to activists, and are addressing these.