Pro: In studying the reasons why the SEC ordered s

Pro: In studying the reasons why the SEC ordered suspension of SKTO/AEGY, we see there were three areas of concern that apply to both tickers.

Let's start with the assumption they only see (and hear in re Q&A's) what we all can see and hear, keeping in mind the SEC doesn't hold an investment in these two firms. Then, with that clinical eye, match up the SEC's three areas of concern to the relevant data available from public sources. Using this framework of analysis, we could, with some measure of confidence, estimate probability of a consummated merger, qualify the gravity of the situation, and gauge the possibility of future regulatory actions, if any.

Original text: "The Commission temporarily suspended trading in the securities of AEGY and SKTO because of a lack of current and accurate information about the companies. There are questions regarding the accuracy and adequacy of publicly available information about the business activities, the control of the companies, and trading in the securities of both companies." (SEC 06/06/2014)

Categories

1) Business activities

2) Control of the companies

3) Trading in the securities