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M&A and Activism Compendium
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Best practices – preparing against activist attack
In an increasingly complex and volatile market, public companies have, in recent years, faced a growing array of challenges from takeover bids and activist investors.
Wherever you look, shareholder activism is on the rise. As a recent uncovered, 2023 saw shareholder activism reach a four-year global high, with almost 1,000 companies subjected to activist demands publicly. With this trend seeming set to continue – nearly a quarter of companies disclosed the potential for activism in their 10-K reporting – executives must understand the precise threats they’re likely to encounter.
Adam Riches
Senior Managing Director (Global)
Adam is a well-respected figure within shareholder activism and has strong relationships with leading professionals across the engagement, stewardship and corporate governance spaces.
The activist had acquired a substantial stake in the company and was demanding the company triple the dividend payout and elect 2 new directors. To complicate matters, more than 45% of the company’s outstanding shares was in the hands of foreign shareholders. It was projected that the activist could win because these shares were likely to vote against management and with the activist.
Julie Rhee
Managing Director
Julie has an in depth understanding across a wide range of disciplines including corporate governance/ESG and investor relations. She has guided Korean issuers successfully through both special and regular shareholder meetings including landmark restructuring agenda items.
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Our Activism Experts
Shareholder activism podcast with Adam Riches
In this FWPodcast interview, Adam Riches talks about: how activism is resurging globally, driven by governance shifts, universal proxy rules and undervaluation; the need for companies to self-assess, engage investors, and adapt to rising retail and passive influence; and how activists must align with shareholder sentiment.
Activism & Governance Overview
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