SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 6-K
REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER
PURSUANT TO RULE 13A-16 OR 15D-16 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
FILING NO. 1 FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER 2009
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BANK OF ISRAEL LIMITED
(Translation of Registrant's name in English)
82 MENAHEM BEGIN ROAD, TEL AVIV, ISRAEL
(Address of principal executive offices)
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INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BANK OF ISRAEL LIMITED
The Industrial Development Bank of Israel Limited ("Registrant" or "Bank")
issued an Immediate Report on December 9, 2009, stating that the Government
Companies Authority advised BGI Investments (1961) Ltd., further to its being
chosen as the "Preferred Bidder" to purchase the Bank's shares, to prepare for
the completion of the sale process (closing) to take place on December 21, 2009,
at the Authority's offices.
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This report on Form 6-K, including the Immediate Reports issued by the
Registrant, contain both historical and forward-looking statements within the
meaning of Section 27A of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the
"Securities Act") and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as
amended (the "Exchange Act"). These forward-looking statements are not
historical facts, but only predictions, and generally can be identified by the
use of statements that include phrases such as "believe," "expect,"
"anticipate," "intend," "plan," "foresee" or other words or phrases of similar
import. Similarly, statements that describe our objectives, plans or goals also
are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on
our current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could
cause actual results to differ materially from those currently anticipated. The
forward-looking statements included in this report on Form 6-K and the Immediate
Reports are made only as of the date hereof and we undertake no obligation to
publicly update these forward-looking statements to reflect new information,
future events or otherwise.
Our actual results, performance and achievements could differ materially from
any future results, performance or achievements expressly predicted or implied
by these forward looking statements. The important factors which may cause
actual results to differ from the forward-looking statements contained herein
and in the 2008 annual financial report include, but are not limited to, the
following: general economic and business conditions; the closing of the sale of
the Bank's shares to B.G.I. Investments (1961) Ltd. in accordance with its offer
of November 23, 2009 within the framework of the compromise and arrangement plan
between the Bank and its shareholders which was approved by the Bank's
shareholders on October 30, 2008 and November 6, 2008 and by the Tel Aviv
District Court on November 24, 2008; our ability to collect on existing loans;
operating costs for our remaining business activities; and the ability to retain
employees for our remaining business activities. Although we believe that the
assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements contained herein and in
the Immediate Report are reasonable, any of the assumptions could be inaccurate,
and therefore, there can be no assurance that the forward-looking statements
will prove to be accurate. In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in
the forward-looking statements included herein and in the 2008 annual financial
report, the inclusion of such information should not be regarded as a
representation by us or any other person that our objectives and expectations
will be achieved.
Potential investors and other readers are urged to consider these factors
carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements and are cautioned not to
place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. In light of these
risks, uncertainties and assumptions, the forward-looking events might or might
not occur. We cannot assure you that projected results or events will be
achieved.
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the
Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the
undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BANK
OF ISRAEL LIMITED
Date: December 9, 2009 By: /s/ Michael Warzager
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Michael Warzager
General Counsel
By: /s/ Natan Atlas
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Natan Atlas
Corporate Secretary