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Downstream acquisitions

regulatory guide – 71

Issued 24 August 2016

This guide is for companies, listed managed investment schemes, investors and their advisers who are involved in, or affected by, downstream acquisitions.

In some circumstances, a downstream acquisition may breach s606 of the Corporations Act 2001.

This guide explains:

  • the downstream acquisition exemption in item 14 of s611 (item 14)
  • when we may grant relief
  • the conditions that may apply to our relief, and
  • how to apply for relief.

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