Taking a backward step forward

Article Abstract:

It is becoming increasingly common in the UK for private companies to use a reverse takeover of a publicly-quoted concern as a means of joining the stock market. A reverse takeover can be an attractive option to companies which would otherwise not have the critical mass required to allow them to make a full listing. However, there will often need to be considerable industrial and commercial synergies between the bidder and target if the extra costs and risks involved in a reverse takeover are to be justified.

Capital Management-Stock Sales, Private companies, Going public (Securities), Initial public offerings, Stock offerings

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The drive for self-sufficiency

Article Abstract:

The role of in-house mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisers has become more important with the move by companies away from diversification and back to refocusing on core activities. The demand for external M&A advisers has fallen with increasing industry consolidation and they are finding it more difficult to secure a worthwhile role in activities such as joint ventures and strategic alliances. In-house teams are likely to play an important part in any transaction, even if an outsider has been brought in.

Management Consulting Services, Business & Mgmt Consulting, Services, Consulting services

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Negligence claims and how to avoid them

Article Abstract:

Merger and acquisition advisers are now increasingly having to address the issue of how to protect themselves against legal action for negligence after the failure of an acquisition on which they have advised. The case being brought by Dutch insurance concern Nederlandse Reassurantie Groep against Swiss Bank Corp is an example of what can happen if an acquisition goes wrong, and may set a precendent for future claims. It could also clarify the responsibilities of investment banks in takeover deals.

Cases

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