The Portuguese M&A Market – “Takeover Fever – Going Hostile?”
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Seminar organised by the Portuguese Chamber and PACSA & Cameira

Wednesday 20^th June 2007
3.30pm - 8.00pm

Portuguese Embassy
London

The M&A Market: evolution, development prospects and
the role of Corporate Governance

The Evolving M&A Market – UK and worldwide
Key factors driving M&A activity: Government Policies – The European connection
The role of the Takeover Panel in the UK M&A market landscape
LBOs: Industry growth in Private Equity and Hedge Funds capital

Portuguese Takeover Trends
M&A Opportunities in Portugal: Who will lead the consolidation?
Defensive devices: ultimate strategies and tactics

Panel Session Topics:
Bidder – surrounding the prey without crossing the line
Aggressive takeover tactics
Bidding/re-bidding strategies
Target – defensive measures – what is and what is not permissible?
Information management – Disclosure requirements and communication with press and shareholders
Competition concerns

Email events@portuguese-chamber.org.uk for further information.