Charts & Broker Data, page-1471

Adam
no need to complicate a simple matter with a new conspiracy theory
Fact is of the 2100 odd listed companies 40 odd go through Either a merger or a takeover (not sure of the split) but cetainly not all takeovers
Some of those are just shell companies with a value of zero but are cheap ways to get a listing
Most are done a prices very favourable to shareholders
Simple really if you dont like the offer do not accept it .
Management cannot cater for every shareholder who does not know whats going on but if and when the 50 to chance comes up I am sure they will let you know if they feel it is fair value
Until there is 51%acquired even a hostile takeover (where managment is replaced) is out of the question