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I doubt that is what is happening. But I guess JD taking a stake in A2M isn't out of the question given the previous interest way back then.

In a takeover the bidder usually makes an offer to acquire shares off-market for a price that is equivalent to the current SP + whatever % premium the bidder wants to pay. I think when China Mengniu tookover Bellamy's they paid ~60% premium. By contrast A2M is in way better shape than Bellamy's was financially.

To my knowledge the bidder needs to reach at least 90% ownership of all shares before they can compulsorily acquire the remainder and complete the acquisition. I think in some circumstances it can be accepted by a shareholder vote (quick) whereas in other cases it is more protracted reaching the 90% mark.