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M&A

The holding company discount

The holding company wrapper has a natural lifespan; when its purpose is no longer served, structural change is the rational response.

The invisible merger

A transaction may fall below the new mandatory notification thresholds, but that does not necessarily mean it falls below the Commission’s radar.

The effect of ESOPs on the Competition Commission of SA’s transformation goals

Evolving expectations created from consultations will inevitably have some practical challenges in their implementation.

Why your dispute resolution clause is as critical as the deal itself

A commercial agreement is only as strong as its ability to survive a dispute

African M&A Analysis H1 2026 (excluding South Africa)

Africa’s deal market shows resilience amid a more cautious investment climate

Save the hostilities for Christmas dinner

The difficulties with hostile takeovers in South Africa

South African M&A Analysis H1 2026

Round-up of South African M&A activity for H1 2026

The Great Simplification

Today, investors are increasingly wary of businesses that are too diversified.