JD Supra: Mergers

AUGUST 7, 2024

The UK Takeover Panel (Panel) has made its first-ever compensation order under the statutory powers granted to it under the Companies Act 2006 (CA 2006). It has also issued “cold shoulder” orders against 10 individuals, the most extensive use by the Panel of this power. By: Morgan Lewis

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JD Supra: Mergers

APRIL 22, 2024

In doing so, he noted the different approaches that the courts have taken when considering how broad or narrow their discretion is, to decide other.

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Deal Lawyers

JUNE 2, 2023

In an HLS blog post, Goldman Sachs presents findings from a recent analysis of activism against Russell 3000 companies with campaigns launched from 2006 to the first quarter of 2023.

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The Guardian: Mergers & Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The book inspired Thirlwell in 2006 to buy the 101-hectare (250-acre) cocoa estate in St Lucia. “We With US group’s might behind it, upmarket UK chocolate firm may overcome recent stumbling blocks “I firmly believe that buying Rabot estate was destiny,” said Angus Thirlwell, the co-founder of Hotel Chocolat.

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The TRADE

MARCH 7, 2024

Read more: Embracing change on the BlackRock EMEA equity trading desk Craze joined the asset manager back in 2006, initially working in asset allocation and equity investments before becoming an equity trader. He will now manage the entire desk, made up of 14 traders, having previously managed a team of six.

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PE Hub

MARCH 1, 2024

Since joining Thrivent in 2006, Wilson has grown the firm’s private investments’ portfolio from around $250m to $7bn. The post Women in PE, class of 2024: Jen Wilson appeared first on PE Hub.

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Benchmark International

JULY 17, 2024

The seller, Worldwide Technologies, LLC (WWT), was founded in 2006 by Mike Jones and Kenny Whitworth out of a small facility in Franklin, KY. Under Mike and Kenny’s leadership, WWT expanded operations through continued investment in people, cutting-edge new technologies, and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction.

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Global Banking & Finance

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The recall consists of some Beetle and Passat vehicles from model years 2006-2019. (Reuters) -Volkswagen will recall 114,478 vehicles in the United States on concerns over the driver-side airbag, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Thursday.

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The TRADE

JANUARY 10, 2024

It has approximately £351 million in assets under management and manages two strategies: global high yield, launched in 2006, and emerging market corporate debt, launched in 2010. Copenhagen-based Absalon serves European institutional investors and Danish high net worth individuals.

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The TRADE

MARCH 11, 2024

Craze joined the asset manager back in 2006, initially working in asset allocation and equity investments before becoming an equity trader. Craze has been on the desk for more than 15 years and prior to this promotion oversaw the ‘model and derivatives group’ on the BlackRock EMEA equity desk since 2016.

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Cleary M&A and Corporate Governance Watch

MAY 31, 2023

Section 260 of the UK Companies Act 2006 (the “CA 2006”) permits a shareholder to bring a claim on behalf of the company against its directors in respect of certain causes of action, including breach of the directors’ duty of care towards the company. 172 of CA 2006); and the duty to exercise reasonable care, skill and diligence (s.174

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Tyton Partners

APRIL 5, 2024

Rob Brodo, and Joe and Jim Gekoski founded Advantexe in 2006 to improve the business acumen of client organizations. Advantexe was founded in 2006 by Rob Brodo, Joe Gekoski, and his brother Jim. And then in 2006, when my non-compete expired, we started Advantexe as a second shot at creating a company to do simulation-centric learning.

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Shearman & Sterling

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Vice Chancellor Glasscock, however, denied the motion to dismiss under "controlling precedent" because the Delaware Supreme Court upheld similar claims by former stockholders in Gentile v. Rossette, 906 A.2d 2d 91 (Del.

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JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 25, 2025

The acquisition brings together Liberty Media’s Formula 1 business with Dorna’s motorcycle racing business, MotoGP, a combination which was abandoned back in 2006 in light of the Commission’s concerns at the time that it would lead to market power. (“Dorna”) (Case M.11539, 11539, Liberty Media/Dorna Sports). By: Baker Botts L.L.P.

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Shearman & Sterling

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The trial court found that the claims were nearly identical to corporate overpayment claims asserted by former stockholders and upheld as "direct"—rather than "derivative"—by the Delaware Supreme Court in Gentile v. Rossette, 906 A.2d 2d 91 (Del.

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Shearman & Sterling

AUGUST 19, 2021

The MH Haberkorn 2006 Trust v. McCormick of the Delaware Court of Chancery denied defendants' motion to dismiss breach of fiduciary duty claims brought by a putative class of minority stockholders of Empire Resorts, Inc. Empire Resorts, Inc., 2020-0619 (Del. 23, 2021) (Transcript).

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Sun Acquisitions

AUGUST 8, 2024

Disney’s Acquisition of Pixar (2006): In 2006, Disney’s acquisition of Pixar Animation Studios sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry. While some M&A ventures falter, others become tales of triumph, reshaping industries and setting benchmarks for success.

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The TRADE

AUGUST 23, 2023

He originally joined the bank in 2006 in a securities lending role. “We Fannin takes up his new role after spending the last 17 years at Northern Trust within its capital markets business in Asia Pacific and London, most recently as its global head of securities finance.

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The TRADE

APRIL 19, 2024

Palan began his career at State Street in 2006 as a fund administrator, joining Odey in a similar role just over a year later. Neil Palan joins Sarasin & Partners as a multi-asset dealer after over 16 years with Odey Asset Management. Sarasin & Partners had not responded to a request for comment at the time of publishing.

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The TRADE

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Michael Peters Michael Peters, chief executive of Eurex Frankfurt AG since July 2020 and member of the Eurex executive board since 2006, has decided to step down at the end of June and to retire in 2024 later this year. Speaking to his departure, Peters said: “I am very pleased of what Eurex has achieved in the last 25 years.

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The TRADE

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Previously in his career, he also spent almost a decade at the asset manager in an equity trading role until 2006 and later spent nearly four years at SEB. He began his most recent spell at Janus Henderson in 2017 after a six-and-a-half-year tenure at Redburn as an equity sales trader.

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The TRADE

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

The business is led by Natasha Mora, managing director, Asia ex-Japan, who previously served in senior positions across L&G Group and LGIM since joining the firm in 2006. The new Singapore office will help expand LGIM’s coverage for both existing and prospective clients with the region.

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Shearman & Sterling

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Vice Chancellor Glasscock, however, denied the motion to dismiss under "controlling precedent" because the Delaware Supreme Court upheld similar claims by former stockholders in Gentile v. Rossette, 906 A.2d 2d 91 (Del.

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The TRADE

JULY 24, 2023

He departs following a 35-year long career in investment management, spending 19 years at Fidelity Investments as a European portfolio manager until 2006. I hope in my new role that I continue to learn but also draw on all my experience to pass on, help others and create something special.”

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Solganick & Co.

JULY 1, 2022

Medical Technology Solutions (“MTS”) was founded in 2006 with headquarters in Valencia, California. Clients utilize secure, HIPAA-compliant data centers or take advantage of eMedApps-managed hosting services. They are a certified NextGen consultant.

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Shearman & Sterling

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The trial court found that the claims were nearly identical to corporate overpayment claims asserted by former stockholders and upheld as "direct"—rather than "derivative"—by the Delaware Supreme Court in Gentile v. Rossette, 906 A.2d 2d 91 (Del.

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The TRADE

JANUARY 30, 2024

He was named managing director in 2002 and partner in 2006. Long standing Goldman Sachs executive Jim Esposito is set to leave after almost three decades at the institution, according to a memo penned by Goldman chief executive officer David Solomon on Monday. Esposito joined Goldman Sachs in 1995 as a salesperson for emerging markets debt.

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The TRADE

JULY 31, 2023

He spent 19 years at Fidelity Investments as a European portfolio manager until 2006. Rutherford departs the investment management industry after 35 years to take on a more active role in SmartFrame Technologies, a venture which he has been chairman of for six years.

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Shearman & Sterling

AUGUST 19, 2021

The MH Haberkorn 2006 Trust v. McCormick of the Delaware Court of Chancery denied defendants' motion to dismiss breach of fiduciary duty claims brought by a putative class of minority stockholders of Empire Resorts, Inc. Empire Resorts, Inc., 2020-0619 (Del. 23, 2021) (Transcript).

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The TRADE

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Previously in his career, he spent almost a decade at the asset manager in an equity trading role until 2006 and later spent nearly four years at SEB. Worrell began his most recent spell at Janus Henderson in 2017 after a six-and-a-half-year tenure at Redburn as an equity sales trader.

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In September 2006, they decided that it was time to pursue their dream of owning their own shop, and Auto Body Innovations, Inc. FOCUS represented Auto Body Innovations in this transaction. ABI’s owners, brothers Keith and Kevin Dick, started out as kids assisting their father in the collision business in Bowie, MD. became a reality.

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The TRADE

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Prior to joining Credit Suisse in 2006, Hilton spent six years at UBS Investment Bank as a director. James Hilton has been appointed multi-asset managing director in RBC’s low touch team, according to sources familiar with the matter.

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The TRADE

AUGUST 28, 2023

He originally joined the bank in 2006 in a securities lending role. Fannin takes up his new role after spending the last 17 years at Northern Trust within its capital markets business in Asia Pacific and London, most recently as its global head of securities finance.

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The TRADE

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

The fines relate to a trading cartel between the two banks in Euro-denominated SSA bonds and Government Guaranteed bonds that took place between 2006 and 2016. Rabobank received a €26.6 million fine for its participation.

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The TRADE

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Esposito joined Goldman Sachs in 1995 as a salesperson for emerging markets debt, before subsequently being named managing director in 2002 and partner in 2006. Long-standing Goldman Sachs executive Jim Esposito is set to leave after almost three decades at the institution.

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The TRADE

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Prior to joining Credit Suisse in 2006, Hilton spent six years at UBS Investment Bank as a director. James Hilton was appointed multi-asset managing director in RBC’s low touch team, joining from Credit Suisse, where he had been serving as head of sales for EMEA for the bank’s advanced execution sales (AES) team.

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Growth Business

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

BP Ventures Founded: 2006 Sector focus: Digital transformation, low carbon products, advanced mobility, carbon management, power and storage, intelligent commodities Ticket size: N/A Current investments: 30 Exits: 9 Bio: BP Ventures invests in businesses that align with its core business, including in those helping BP reduce carbon emissions.

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