Shareholder activism has become one of the most critical developments facing listed companies and investors, and continues to rapidly evolve and spread around the globe. This panel will assemble leading advisers, commentators, regulators and other stakeholders in this area to talk about shareholder activism with special reference to recent high-profile cases. A wide range of questions will be discussed including: • How should we deal with the disclosure and insider dealing issues raised for companies and also for investors? • Is stake building by investors still possible, and how do companies know if someone is planning an attack? • How is activism driving M&A and what is the experience with activists seeking to upset announced deals? • What can companies do to help get M&A deals over the finish line?