In an interview with BNN Bloomberg, Wes Hall, Chairman & CEO of Kingsdale Advisors, warns that Trump’s proposed tariffs could make Canadian companies prime targets for U.S. acquisitions. With a weaker loonie increasing their appeal, Wes emphasizes the need for proactive defense against hostile takeovers and shareholder activism.
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* Source: Bloomberg Global Shareholder Activism League Tables FY2025 and LSEG Global Shareholder Activism Review FY2025.
#2025 and 2026 indicate proxy seasons: July 2024 to June 2026.