Revised Guidelines for China Disclosure Rules Under Articles 13 & 14 of the Takeover Measures

Revised Guidelines for China Disclosure Rules Under Articles 13 & 14 of the Takeover Measures

Revised Guidelines for China Disclosure Rules Under Articles 13 & 14 of the Takeover Measures To ensure the correct understanding and application of Articles 13 and 14 of the ‘Administrative Measures for the Acquisition of Listed Companies,’ the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) has introduced new guidelines. On 5th January 2024, the CSRC drafted the…

SEC Imposes Over $3.8 Million in Penalties for Violations of Shareholder Disclosure Rules

SEC Imposes Over $3.8 Million in Penalties for Violations of Shareholder Disclosure Rules

On September 25, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced settled charges against 23 entities and individuals for failing to timely report their holdings and transactions in public company stocks. This enforcement action, focused on Schedules 13D, 13G, and Forms 3, 4, and 5, underscores the SEC’s commitment to enforcing shareholder disclosure rules and maintaining transparency in financial markets.

Among the entities penalised are some of the largest and most recognisable names in the corporate world, including Alphabet and Goldman Sachs. The total fines levied amount to more than $3.8 million.