UK Corporate Briefing - April 2025
JD Supra: Mergers
APRIL 1, 2025
Welcome to the Corporate Briefing, where we review the latest developments in UK corporate law that you need to know about.
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JD Supra: Mergers
APRIL 1, 2025
Welcome to the Corporate Briefing, where we review the latest developments in UK corporate law that you need to know about.
JD Supra: Mergers
JANUARY 31, 2025
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has alleged in a complaint filed in the Southern District of New York on January 14, 2025 that KKR & Co.
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JD Supra: Mergers
MARCH 27, 2025
On March 25, 2025, Senate Bill 21, which significantly amends the Delaware General Corporation Law (DGCL), passed the Delaware General Assembly and was signed into law by Governor Matt Meyer. By: Morgan Lewis
JD Supra: Mergers
APRIL 2, 2025
In February 2025, the Delaware General Assembly introduced legislation to significantly amend Section 144 of the Delaware General Corporation Law (DGCL) to improve the legal framework surrounding transactions involving potential conflicts of interest among directors, officers, and controlling stockholders of Delaware corporations.
JD Supra: Mergers
MARCH 7, 2025
February 19, 2025: BlueDot Photonics, a developer of solar energy devices designed to improve solar panel performance and durability, was acquired by UbiQD, a development stage corporation, for an undisclosed amount. By: Mintz - Energy & Sustainability Viewpoints
JD Supra: Mergers
APRIL 2, 2025
On March 25, 2025, the Delaware General Assembly enacted amendments to the Delaware General Corporation Law (the DGCL and such amendments, the DGCL Amendments), which were subsequently signed into law by the governor of Delaware. By: Paul Hastings LLP
JD Supra: Mergers
JANUARY 7, 2025
Trends to Watch in 2025 January 7, 2025 As we welcome 2025, Wilson Sonsini litigators shed light on the emerging trends and key issues they see shaping the legal landscape, from AI regulation to evolving trade secret laws and increasing scrutiny on corporate disclosures. By: Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
JD Supra: Mergers
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
On February 17, 2025, Senate Bill No. 21 was introduced in the Delaware State Senate to amend the Delaware General Corporation Law (DGCL). By: Fenwick & West LLP
JD Supra: Mergers
JANUARY 15, 2025
On January 10, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission announced revised jurisdictional thresholds and a revised filing fee schedule under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 (HSR Act). Also on January 10, the FTC announced revised jurisdictional thresholds for Section 8 of the Clayton Act (Corporate Interlock Statute).
JD Supra: Mergers
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The Investment Association (“IA”) has published its Principles of Remuneration for 2025 (“Principles”) following a review to ensure they support a competitive remuneration environment and meet investor expectations.
JD Supra: Mergers
MARCH 3, 2025
On January 21, 2025, the Delaware Supreme Court affirmed the Court of Chancerys decision in In re Oracle Corp. finding that a less than 50% stockholder does not owe fiduciary duties absent evidence of either general control over the corporation or transaction-specific control within the context of a particular deal. Derivative Lit.,
JD Supra: Mergers
MARCH 27, 2025
On March 25, 2025, Delaware enacted amendments to the Delaware General Corporation Law ("DGCL") that provide much-needed clarity, promote predictability for the benefit of stockholders and fiduciaries alike, and appropriately empower disinterested decision-makers to act in good faith for the benefit of corporations and their stockholders.
JD Supra: Mergers
MARCH 28, 2025
The UK Supreme Courts recent decision in El-Husseini and another v Invest Bank PSC [2025] UKSC 4 has clarified the circumstances in which section 423 of the Insolvency Act 1986 (the Act) provides protection against attempts by debtors to defeat their creditors and make themselves judgment-proof.. By: K&L Gates LLP
MergersCorp M&A International
DECEMBER 31, 2024
As we stand on the precipice of 2025, the landscape of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is set to undergo significant transformations driven by a confluence of economic, technological, and geopolitical factors. M&A trends in 2025 will reflect a growing emphasis on sustainability and ethical business practices.
JD Supra: Mergers
MARCH 25, 2025
On March 12, 2025, the staff of the SECs Division of Corporation Finance through a no-action letter and Compliance and Disclosure Interpretations (C&DIs) provided clarity on verifying accredited investor status under Rule 506(c) of the Securities Act of 1933. By: Whiteford
JD Supra: Mergers
APRIL 1, 2025
On March 3, 2025, the staff of the SECs Division of Corporation Finance announced that it is expanding the accommodations available for issuers that submit draft registration statements for nonpublic review. By: Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP
JD Supra: Mergers
MARCH 28, 2025
On March 25, 2025, the Delaware Legislature enacted Senate Bill 21, significantly amending the Delaware General Corporation Law.
JD Supra: Mergers
MARCH 14, 2025
On March 3, 2025, the Securities and Exchange Commissions (SECs) Division of Corporation Finance announced that it has expanded the accommodations available to companies for the nonpublic review of draft registration statements. By: Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
JD Supra: Mergers
MARCH 13, 2025
On March 3, 2025, the Securities and Exchange Commissions (SEC) Division of Corporation Finance announced significant enhancements to the accommodations available for issuers confidentially submitting draft registration statements.
JD Supra: Mergers
MARCH 6, 2025
On March 3, 2025, the staff of the Division of Corporation Finance (the Staff) of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC) issued new guidance, effective immediately, expanding the accommodations available for companies that submit draft registration statements (DRS) for non-public review with the Staff.
JD Supra: Mergers
MARCH 7, 2025
On March 3, 2025, the Staff of the SEC Division of Corporation Finance expanded the categories of issuer that may submit draft registration statements confidentially for review by the SEC, effective immediately.
JD Supra: Mergers
MARCH 6, 2025
In March 2025, the U.S. The SECs Division of Corporation Finance (Division) anticipates that these new measures will facilitate capital formation in the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that it is expanding the accommodations available for issuers that submit draft registration statements for nonpublic review.
OfficeHours
AUGUST 10, 2023
All attendees will be entered into a raffle for FREE PLATFORM ACCESS and a SINGLE MOCK COACHING CALL with a Corporate Development Professional of their choosing (schedules pending). Where do you currently stand in On-Cycle 2025 Recruiting? Join us on Friday, August 11th, for what promises to be an engaging and enlightening session.
Chesapeake Corporate Advisors
JANUARY 15, 2025
About Fireline Corporation Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, Fireline inspects, services, and installs a complete range of fire protection systems and equipment, including fire alarms, sprinklers, extinguishers, special hazard suppression systems, restaurant hoods, vehicle suppression, and specialized water mist systems.
JD Supra: Mergers
OCTOBER 10, 2024
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) deadline for filing BOI reports with FinCEN is now less than three months away – any “reporting company” formed before 2024 must file its BOI report on or before January 1, 2025. In June we circulated an article entitled “Mid-year assessment: Are you in good shape on CTA compliance?” By: Verrill
JD Supra: Mergers
OCTOBER 1, 2024
As of January 1, 2025, parties to transactions involving pharmacies located in California may also need to file a written notice with the California Attorney General.
Global Banking & Finance
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
FRANKFURT (Reuters) – Germany’s economy is facing deep and profound challenges that could push up corporate insolvencies, keeping default risk elevated next year, the Bundesbank said in a Financial Stability Report on Thursday.
OfficeHours
JUNE 27, 2023
So where do we stand today… On-Cycle Buyside Recruiting UPDATE FOR 2025 Headhunters, including Henkel and Gold Coast , are already reaching out to incoming analysts about on-cycle buyside recruiting. Do you plan on recruiting for On-Cycle 2025? Reach out to one of our team members here to see if you’re eligible for BIG discounts!
CNBC: Investing
DECEMBER 23, 2024
Investors can lock in yields of roughly 5% using investment-grade corporate bonds.
Global Newswire by Notified: M&A
MARCH 24, 2025
International Petroleum Corporation (IPC or the Corporation) (TSX, Nasdaq Stockholm: IPCO) is pleased to announce that IPC repurchased a total of 246,338 IPC common shares (ISIN: CA46016U1084) during the period of March 17 to 21, 2025 under IPCs normal course issuer bid / share repurchase program (NCIB).
Global Newswire by Notified: M&A
MARCH 17, 2025
International Petroleum Corporation (IPC or the Corporation) (TSX, Nasdaq Stockholm: IPCO) is pleased to announce that IPC repurchased a total of 339,400 IPC common shares (ISIN: CA46016U1084) during the period of March 10 to 14, 2025 under IPCs normal course issuer bid / share repurchase program (NCIB).
Global Newswire by Notified: M&A
MARCH 10, 2025
International Petroleum Corporation (IPC or the Corporation) (TSX, Nasdaq Stockholm: IPCO) is pleased to announce that IPC repurchased a total of 352,360 IPC common shares (ISIN: CA46016U1084) during the period of March 3 to 7, 2025 under IPCs normal course issuer bid / share repurchase program (NCIB).
Global Newswire by Notified: M&A
MARCH 31, 2025
International Petroleum Corporation (IPC or the Corporation) (TSX, Nasdaq Stockholm: IPCO) is pleased to announce that IPC repurchased a total of 199,956 IPC common shares (ISIN: CA46016U1084) during the period of March 24 to 31, 2025 under IPCs normal course issuer bid / share repurchase program (NCIB).
Sidley Shareholder Litigation
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
On January 21, 2025, the Delaware Supreme Court affirmed the Court of Chancerys post-trial opinion in favor of the Defendants in In re Oracle Corp. Derivative Litigation.
Global Newswire by Notified: M&A
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
International Petroleum Corporation (IPC or the Corporation) (TSX, Nasdaq Stockholm: IPCO) is pleased to announce that IPC repurchased a total of 218,956 IPC common shares (ISIN: CA46016U1084) during the period of February 17 to 21, 2025 under IPCs normal course issuer bid / share repurchase program (NCIB).
Global Newswire by Notified: M&A
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
International Petroleum Corporation (IPC or the Corporation) (TSX, Nasdaq Stockholm: IPCO) is pleased to announce that IPC repurchased a total of 313,424 IPC common shares (ISIN: CA46016U1084) during the period of February 10 to 14, 2025 under IPCs normal course issuer bid / share repurchase program (NCIB).
Global Newswire by Notified: M&A
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
International Petroleum Corporation (IPC or the Corporation) (TSX, Nasdaq Stockholm: IPCO) is pleased to announce that IPC repurchased a total of 407,001 IPC common shares (ISIN: CA46016U1084) during the period of February 3 to 7, 2025 under IPCs normal course issuer bid / share repurchase program (NCIB).
Global Newswire by Notified: M&A
JANUARY 27, 2025
International Petroleum Corporation (IPC or the Corporation) (TSX, Nasdaq Stockholm: IPCO) is pleased to announce that IPC repurchased a total of 294,208 IPC common shares (ISIN: CA46016U1084) during the period of January 20 to 24, 2025 under IPCs normal course issuer bid / share repurchase program (NCIB).
Global Newswire by Notified: M&A
JANUARY 13, 2025
International Petroleum Corporation (IPC or the Corporation) (TSX, Nasdaq Stockholm: IPCO) is pleased to announce that IPC repurchased a total of 313,864 IPC common shares (ISIN: CA46016U1084) during the period of January 1 to 10, 2025 under IPCs normal course issuer bid / share repurchase program (NCIB).
Deal Lawyers
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
This excerpt highlights how the abundance of dry powder at private equity firms may fuel activism – and corporate responses to activism – in 2025: Private equity dry powder has continued to […]
Global Newswire by Notified: M&A
APRIL 1, 2025
April 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Renasant Corporation (NYSE: RNST) (Renasant or the Company) announced today that it has completed its merger with The First Bancshares, Inc., the parent company of The First Bank (The First), effective April 1, 2025. TUPELO, Miss.,
CNBC: Investing
MARCH 10, 2025
The firm suggests looking beyond corporate bonds and Treasurys for income this year.
Global Newswire by Notified: M&A
AUGUST 21, 2024
Transaction anticipated to close in the first half of 2025 Transaction anticipated to close in the first half of 2025
Tyton Partners
FEBRUARY 3, 2025
Tyton Partners 2024 Transactions Corporate Training and Continuing Education Transaction Spotlight The corporate training and continuing education market experienced remarkable growth in transaction volume over the past year, outpacing other segments within the global knowledge industry.
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