European Takeover Directive

The European Takeover Directive is a set of rules designed to create a fair, transparent, and efficient process for buying and selling companies across EU member states. It standardizes procedures for mergers, acquisitions, and hostile takeovers, ensuring that all shareholders are treated equally and informed throughout the process. By harmonizing laws across countries, it reduces legal uncertainties and helps prevent abusive practices, thus encouraging cross-border investments within the EU. Overall, it aims to make corporate takeovers smoother, fairer, and more predictable for investors and companies alike.