Appraisal rights are a statutory remedy available to minority stockholders who object to certain extraordinary actions taken by a corporation, such as a merger. These rights require the corporation to repurchase the stock of dissenting stockholders at a price equivalent to its value immediately before the event.
The City Code on Takeovers and Mergers, initiated in 1968, provides guidelines and regulations to ensure fair practices in company takeovers and mergers, safeguarding shareholder interests and maintaining market integrity.
Corporate reorganization involves significant changes in the structure of a corporation through mergers, acquisitions, divisive acquisitions, or other forms of restructuring.
Horizontal integration refers to the strategy where a company acquires or merges with other companies operating at the same level in an industry. It aims to consolidate resources, reduce competition, and increase market share.
A Reverse Takeover (RTO) involves a private company purchasing control of a publicly-traded company, often as a cost-effective means to obtain a stock exchange listing.
A company that is the subject of a takeover bid by another company. Understanding the dynamics and implications of being a target company is crucial for shareholders, managers, and potential acquirers.
