White & Case's UK Public M&A Q3 2026 Market Update featured in an article on CNBC, examining the rise in foreign-led takeovers of UK-listed companies amid a prolonged valuation gap with global peers.
"We are also seeing more hostile offers and the growing use of bear hugs, with overseas bidders increasingly willing to make their proposed terms public and invite shareholders to put pressure on boards to engage," said White & Case partner Sonica Tolani. "This reflects deeper familiarity with the U.K. regulatory environment, and a willingness to use public pressure as a legitimate tool rather than a last resort."
Patrick Sarch, partner and head of UK Public M&A at White & Case, said investors would "continue to target the U.K.'s world-class listed companies with global revenue profiles, strong cash generation and established management teams."
Read the full CNBC article here.
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