UK equity capital markets & takeovers: recent developments and horizon scanner Autumn 2023

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UK equity capital markets & takeovers: recent developments and horizon scanner Autumn 2023

September 29, 2023

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Our Autumn 2023 UK equity capital markets and takeovers horizon scanning report covers some of the key developments in relation to UK equity capital markets and takeovers for the last quarter, as well as an update on those that are on the horizon for late 2023 to 2024 and beyond. The rapid pace of developments in this area looks set to continue into the Autumn. This report will be of interest to UK listed companies as well as intermediaries and others advising in this area.

The report includes a round-up of recent developments and those on the horizon from the FCA relating to the listing regime, an update on proposed changes in relation to the prospectus and public offers regime, recent updates from the Takeover Panel, developments in ESG (environmental, social and governance) and reporting matters relevant to listed companies and other recent updates from the FCA that may be of interest.

If you have any questions, or if you would like to discuss any of the topics in further detail, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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