TVB resumes trading

HONG KONG - Shares in TVB have resumed trading on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange this morning, after a suspension yesterday triggered by speculation over merger talks.

In a series of notices, TVB pointed out it is “not aware of any negotiation in relation to a possible sale of shares in the Company”.

However, the company added that Shaw Holdings, a substantial shareholder of TVB via Shaw Brothers, is “currently under discussion with representatives of interested parties regarding a possible sale of the shares in Shaw Brothers.”

A Shaw Brothers notice added that Shaw Holdings is in discussions with interested parties regarding a possible purchase.