Noah Lipshut

Jan 12, 2024 | jdsupra.com | Richard Butterwick |Catherine Campbell |Noah Lipshut

The UK market continues to prove a fertile hunting ground for shareholder activism, with US-based investors spearheading a significant proportion of public campaigns during 2023. These seasoned investors with a track record of success are increasingly turning their attention to UK plcs, and corporates should expect more of this activity in 2024. Heightened shareholder activist focus can introduce significant disruption to the day-to-day management and business operations of targeted UK companies.