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LONDON - HSQ Investment Limited has announced that it now holds approximately 99.46% of Kingswood Holdings Limited’s existing share capital, following the latest count of valid acceptances of its unconditional cash offer for the financial services company. The offer, priced at 7 pence per share, has led to HSQ’s acquisition of a vast majority of Kingswood’s shares, both through the offer acceptances and its prior interests.
As of 3.00 p.m. on Wednesday, HSQ had received valid acceptances for around 10.06% of Kingswood’s shares. These acceptances, combined with HSQ’s existing interests, represent a near-total ownership stake. The offer, which was first announced on March 18, 2025, has led to the cancellation of Kingswood’s shares from trading on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange (LON:LSEG) as of April 17, 2025.
Kingswood shareholders have been reminded of the independent directors’ recommendation to accept the offer, which remains open until 1.00 p.m. on May 22, 2025. Those who have not yet accepted are urged to do so as soon as possible, following the procedures outlined in the Offer Document.
HSQ is set to enforce a compulsory acquisition procedure to acquire all remaining Kingswood shares, as it has surpassed the 90% threshold required for such action. Formal notices will soon be dispatched to shareholders who have not yet accepted the offer, informing them of the compulsory acquisition on the same terms as the offer.
Settlement for shareholders who accepted the offer by April 15, 2025, is due by April 29, while those accepting after this date will receive payment within 14 days of their acceptance. Any remaining shareholders after the compulsory acquisition will need to apply in writing to Kingswood to receive their cash consideration.
The shareholder helpline provided by MUFG Corporate Markets is available for any questions regarding the offer. This move by HSQ marks a significant step towards the complete acquisition of Kingswood Holdings Limited. The information is based on a press release statement.
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