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General Accident PLC to Cancel Preference Shares Amid Regulatory Changes

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General Accident ( (GB:GACA) ) has provided an announcement.

General Accident PLC has announced its intention to cancel and retire its cumulative irredeemable preference shares, totaling £250 million, as they no longer provide capital benefits under current regulations. The company is seeking shareholder approval for this cancellation and is offering a tender for purchase of these shares, providing liquidity at a premium to market prices. This move is part of a broader strategy to optimize the company’s capital structure, aligning with changes in regulatory requirements and market conditions.

More about General Accident

General Accident PLC is a financial services company operating in the insurance industry. It focuses on providing various insurance products and services, including preference shares, which are financial instruments designed to help maintain capital reserves for financial firms.

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