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Introduction Transactions Overview Initiation of Transaction Process Lock-up Agreements Management Participation Conditions Transaction Timing Special Meeting Dividends and Other Distributions Material Adverse Effect Interim Period Covenants Representations and Warranties Non-Solicitation Right to Match Alternative Acquisition Proposals Break Fee Reverse Break Fee Expense Reimbursement Specific Performance Appendix A: Methodology Appendix B: Transactions Reviewed Appendix C: Blakes Mergers & Acquisitions Practice   Initiation of Transaction Process     Based on disclosure in the circular, did Target undertake a review of strategic alternatives before contact with Buyer was established?             Review of strategic alternatives was publicly announced: 35%   Market check was conducted by Target following contact with Buyer: 46%     Were solicitation and/or information agents retained by Target and/or Buyer?         In 100% of transactions, a fairness opinion was obtained by Target.     How many fairness were obtained by Target?     Go to top