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UK M&A volume continues to impress despite value crunch

JD Supra: Mergers

The UK M&A market had a mixed start to the year, with deal activity showing strength but with values shifting to the smaller side. billion, a low not seen since Q2 2016. billion, a low not seen since Q2 2016. There were 483 transactions in Q1 2023, up 13% on the previous quarter and remaining well above pre-pandemic levels.

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The Rise of Strategic M&A

Sun Acquisitions

The rise of strategic M&A is being driven by several factors, including the increasing pace of change, the need for companies to grow and innovate, and the availability of financing. M&A can allow companies to access new markets, technologies, and customers quickly. Why Strategic M&A?

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State Street’s $7.45MM OFAC Penalty Highlights Importance of Sanctions in M&A Due Diligence

JD Supra: Mergers

million penalty against State Street Bank and Trust Company and its non-bank, fintech subsidiary Charles River Systems for 38 apparent violations of the Ukraine/Russia-Related Sanctions Regulations, which occurred between December 2016 and May 2020. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) has released a $7.45

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Roblox acquires voice moderation startup Speechly

TechCrunch: M&A

The Helsinki, Finland-based startup Speechly was founded in 2016 with the […]

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M&A Disclosure: 7th Cir. Says Information About Alternative Deal Structure Not Material

Deal Lawyers

11/23) the 7th Circuit rejected disclosure claims premised on alleged misstatements and omissions in a proxy statement relating to the 2016 inversion transaction between Johnson Controls & Tyco International. Earlier this month, in Smykla v. Molinaroli, (7th Cir.;

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Considerations for Dual-Class Companies Contemplating M&A Transactions

The Harvard Law School Forum

4] However, such exceptions were not universal and, as will be discussed below, the vast majority of dual-class charters adopted before 2016 that contained transfer restrictions did not include M&A voting agreement carve outs. Nussbaum is a partner, Bill Roegge and Meredith Klionsky are associates at Cooley LLP. more…).

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Unveiling Success: Case Studies of M&A Deals That Made History

Sun Acquisitions

In the ever-evolving business landscape, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are pivotal strategies for growth and expansion. While some M&A ventures falter, others become tales of triumph, reshaping industries and setting benchmarks for success.

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