Will there be an increase in delistings and takeovers in Singapore this year?

Investors are looking for takeover candidates.

According to a report from Bloomberg, with more than half of Singapore equities trading below their net worth, some investors are chasing profits by buying shares in companies that may be bought out or delisted by controlling shareholders or takeover firms.

“Investors are looking for takeover candidates because prices have come off significantly,” said Justin Tang, a director of global special situations at Religare Capital Markets in Singapore. “We may see an increase in delistings and takeovers this year because of this.” Global Logistic Properties Ltd., a warehouse operator, is among companies targeted for takeover by firms including Blackstone Group LP, Warburg Pincus and Hopu Investment Management, according to people with knowledge of the matter. GLP shares have risen 53 percent since November amid reports the company may be acquired.

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