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Comments on UK proposal for the future relationship with the EU
Last Friday, 6 July, it was understood that the UK Cabinet had finally united around a UK position on the desired future relationship with the EU. …
The UK's access to the EU's preferential trade arrangements
The position of the UK under the EU's preferential trade agreements following Brexit is likely to become a major complicating factor in the negotiations. …
Syndicated facilities institute obtains legislative acknowledgement in Russia
On 31 December 2017 the President of the Russian Federation signed one of the laws which has been most discussed by the Russian banking and legal …
The view from Brussels – Brexit negotiations – Developments in October
The Brexit debate often looks different viewed from Brussels rather than from London. It is however important for businesses to also keep in mind the …
The Brexit negotiations – the view from Brussels on developments in September
The Brexit debate often looks different when viewed from Brussels rather than from London. That Brussels perspective however is important for businesses …
EU unveils proposals for toughened security screening of foreign investments
As states race to usher in tighter security controls on foreign takeovers, we assess the EU's new framework for screening FDIOn 13 September 2017 the EU …
High Court Rules that principal/agent pricing agreements can be illegal price-fixing
The High Court has upheld the ACCC’s appeal in the Flight Centre case, finding that Flight Centre attempted to induce price-fixing arrangements with …
Archer v Sage: when is it a done deal?
Summary In August 2011 a deal for the sale of MYOB Cayman Holdings Limited for $1.35 billion fell over, resulting in Federal Court proceedings brought …
Frustrating action not unacceptable
Summary The Mungana Goldmines takeover bid provides some practical guidance on the steps that target boards can take to minimise the risk that an …
ASIC set to axe restrictions on special crossings during takeovers and schemes
In brief The takeovers rules in the Corporations Act impose some restrictions on trading by a bidder (or its associates) during a takeover bid, but …
Takeovers Law reforms – interesting proposals in Canada
In brief Proposed changes to Canadian takeover laws seek to strengthen the position of the minority and give target boards additional time to respond …
Joint bids – ASIC’s new policy in practice
Summary Joint bids that result in the parties having initial combined voting power in the target company of more than 20% require ASIC relief. …
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