What does a resurgence of ‘bear hug’ M&A tactics mean for target boards?
Partner Kate Cooper spoke with @BloombergTV on why we’re seeing more creativity from bidders in the London market as the appetite for UK-listed companies intensifies.
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- We are advising ENEOS Holdings, Japan’s leading energy, resources and materials company, on its acquisition of specialty chemicals company TPC Holdings, Inc., the North American independent processor of C4 hydrocarbons. Read more: okt.to/Jw6iIo
- We are advising Allianz Global Investors, the asset management arm of the Frankfurt-listed insurer Allianz SE, on its agreement to acquire UOB Asset Management for SGD 555m (€376m). Learn more: okt.to/OsT3w5
- Congratulations to New York-based M&A Partner Steven Li on his inclusion in @BLaw’s ‘They’ve Got Next: The 40 Under 40’ list for 2026, celebrating the most accomplished lawyers under 40 for their outstanding achievements & impact within their field ➡️ okt.to/nlbeYB
- We’ve advised Tsinghua Unigroup on the successful completion of the restructuring of approximately US$2bn in guaranteed bonds issued by Tsinghua Unic Limited (In Liquidation). Learn more: okt.to/YnIFDS

