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UK public M&A – return of share-for-share offers

JD Supra: Mergers

In 2024 we have seen a significant increase in listed corporate bidders offering their equity to target company shareholders in UK public M&A deals, including on offers made by non-UK listed companies. That is a significant increase on the number of such deals in 2023 and the highest number in the last 5. By: A&O Shearman

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Why Teams Need Living M&A Playbooks: Navigating the Complex Landscape of Corporate Development

Midaxo

Inorganic growth through M&A and corporate development has become an integral strategy for companies seeking innovation and competitive advantage. The Evolution of M&A Playbooks A playbook is essentially a roadmap for the M&A process. M&A is not just a series of transactions.

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Navigating Cyber and Legal Challenges During the M&A Process: Quick Considerations for Federal Contractors

JD Supra: Mergers

Merger and acquisition (M&A) activity is often the lifeblood of corporate growth. While whole treatises can be, and have been, written on cybersecurity and legal challenges during M&A activity, the following are a few key takeaways for federal contractors considering a merger or acquisition. By: BakerHostetler

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Q1 2024 Quarterly Corporate / M&A decisions updates

JD Supra: Mergers

The Delaware Supreme Court ruled in In re Fox Corporation/Snap Inc. that corporations do not need to seek votes from each stockholder class to approve charter amendments exculpating officers. In the first quarter of 2024, Delaware courts issued several noteworthy opinions. In Goldstein v. By: Hogan Lovells

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Delaware M&A Case Law Roundup

JD Supra: Mergers

In the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”) and related corporate transactions, Delaware courts continue to play a pivotal role in shaping legal precedents and guiding corporate practices.

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The Corporate Transparency Act and the Impact on M&A in the U.S.

JD Supra: Mergers

2024 ushered in a seismic shift for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the U.S. with the implementation of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA).

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Corporate Transparency Act Applied to M&A

JD Supra: Mergers

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), designed to combat the use of shell companies for illicit purposes and increase ownership transparency in corporate structures, takes effect on January 1, 2024.