This volume investigates the regulatory evolution and legal challenges surrounding company and takeover law within the European Union. The authors, a distinguished group of legal scholars and experts, analyze the impact of the European Commission's action plan on corporate governance. They evaluate the efficacy of the 13th directive on takeovers, specifically addressing the complexities of the 'break-through' rule and the harmonization of market competition standards across member states.

Legal scholars and practitioners frequently cite this volume as a primary reference for understanding the regulatory framework of European corporate governance. Experts highlight the text for its detailed commentary on the intersection of national laws and EU-wide directives.