Sat, Sep 23, 2006 - Page 12 News List

Bank poised for foreign takeover

HELP AT HAND The Enterprise Bank of Hualien will become the first bank in Taiwan to be taken over by foreign investors if their proposal receives approval from the FSC

By Amber Chung  /  STAFF REPORTER

The lender, which planned to raise over NT$1 billion, has expedited its steps by measures such as cutbacks in capitalization.

Bowa announced on Monday that it would raise NT$4 billion and merge with Asia Trust (亞洲信託) with a share swap ratio of 1:2.23 that would take effect on Dec. 31.

Chang said that the FSC will demand Bowa tender applications as soon as possible and monitor any possible illegal manipulation of share prices in the meantime.

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