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Public mergers and acquisitions

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We advise bidders, targets, directors, shareholders, investment banks and other market participants on the acquisition of interests in and/or control of public companies. 

Public company takeovers uniquely require the application of a detailed understanding of a range of domestic and international laws and regulations to shape and define the strategies and tactics which will deliver successful outcomes to our clients in fast moving and often high profile situations.

Our experience in the key markets in which we operate is outstanding. We have advised on many of the most significant and ground-breaking deals and our teams are acknowledged leaders in their fields.

In times of increased shareholder, public and press scrutiny, we stand firmly with our clients to deliver measured, impartial advice and strategic direction.

Recent Experience

KKR

Advising on its £2 billion recommended offer for John Laing Group

Arriva

Advising on its recommended £1.6 billion takeover by Deutsche Bahn AG

Tabarak Investment

Advising on its acquisition of c. 40% of the listed share capital of United Arab Bank, a UAE bank listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, from The Commercial Bank of Qatar

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Insights and updates

7th August 2023
In July 2023, there were three Rule 2.7 announcements made across the UK public M&A...
10th July 2023
In June 2023, there were five Rule 2.7 announcements made across the UK public M&A...
3rd April 2023
In March 2023, there were four Rule 2.7 announcements made across the UK public M&A...
21st February 2023
Changes to the rules on who will be presumed to be “acting in concert” for...

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