The chief compliance officer of the winning in-house team at the IFLR Asia-Pacific Awards 2024 shares his considerations when picking external counsel
Law firms are providing safe harbours for investment firms worried about straying across the advice boundary and helping them prepare them for changes in the future
Despite a favourable round of litigation, lawyers say managers and investors cannot ignore the thinking about the SEC’s attempt to introduce new regulations for private funds
Regulatory changes, market stability and political certainty will be key to improve the London Stock Exchange's competitiveness
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Sponsored by Papapolitis & PapapolitisElena Papachristou and Maria-Roxani Karydi of Papapolitis & Papapolitis say increased activity can be expected in the Greek capital market as certain companies consider how to address new free float requirements, among other regulatory changes
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Sponsored by HomburgerA Swiss Federal Council report containing recommendations on improving financial market stability requires further evaluation, including with respect to the design of future additional tier 1 capital instruments, say Stefan Kramer, Benedikt Maurenbrecher, and Daniel Hulmann of Homburger
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Sponsored by Riquito AdvogadosJoão Nuno Riquito and Belmiro Leong of Riquito Advogados explain quasi-capital contributions and why this financing instrument, as opposed to traditional means, can safeguard the interests of a company, its shareholders, and its creditors
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieExperts from Baker McKenzie provide an overview of the main trends in the leveraged finance market during a turbulent period, with an M&A backlog and imminent maturities indicating a recovery
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Sponsored by GarriguesDecreased availability and increased costs of funding have altered the behaviour of borrowers and lenders in the Peruvian leveraged finance market. Thomas Thorndike of Garrigues highlights the main themes and considers the outlook
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Sponsored by PwCKely Pesketzi of PwC Legal Greece reports on Greece’s economic rebound and the solidifying of its banking and finance systems through new legal provisions and tools
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Sponsored by PLMJRenata Valenti of PLMJ provides a guide to the Angolan initiatives in infrastructure and the financing of projects as the state embraces its development potential
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Sponsored by Llinks Law OfficesLlinks Law Offices explains why a revision of China’s bankruptcy regime is on the agenda amid a sharp rise in cases
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Sponsored by Riquito AdvogadosJoão Nuno Riquito and Hália Cerqueira of Riquito Advogados report on a one-stop dual listing initiative between Macau and Luxembourg that is expected to build international financing channels and foster financial innovation
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Sponsored by GSK StockmannMarcus Peter and Kate Yu Rao of GSK Stockmann illustrate the most recent legal and regulatory developments impacting Chinese investments into Luxembourg
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Sponsored by LPA-CGR avocatsRaphaël Chantelot, Ran Hu and Hubert Bazin of LPA-CGR avocats report that China retains a strong business presence in France and identify several factors that point to a positive outlook for foreign investment
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Sponsored by Elias Neocleous & CoFabian Cabeza of Elias Neocleous & Co explains what company founders need to be aware of regarding funding when launching start-ups on the ‘Tech Island’
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Sponsored by Melli Darsa & Co., Indonesian member law firm of PwC global networkDanar Sunartoputra, Gregorius Pradana, and Putu Putra of Melli Darsa & Co., Indonesian member law firm of PwC global network, analyse the hurdles to allowing special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) in Indonesia as an alternative to traditional initial public offerings (IPOs), and highlight the need for a regulatory alignment
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Sponsored by RPC Premier LawJanney Chong, Yvonne Tang and Iris Gao of RPC discuss the regulatory initiatives on ESG reporting in Hong Kong SAR, Singapore, the UK and the EU
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Sponsored by ASAR - Al Ruwayeh & PartnersSteven Brown, Sherif Saad Eldin and Ahmed Al-Saeed of ASAR – AI Ruwayeh & Partners discuss the factors attracting foreign investment to Bahrain and consider foreign ownership restrictions
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Sponsored by Riquito AdvogadosJoão Nuno Riquito and Daniel de Senna Fernandes of Riquito Advogados explain the recent changes regarding the debt securities market in Macau as the region pursues further integration in the Greater Bay Area
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Sponsored by Walalangi & PartnersHans Adiputra Kurniawan of Walalangi & Partners explains why Indonesia’s multiple voting shares system is a breakthrough to boost company listing
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieLawyers from Baker McKenzie consider some of the challenges posed by ESG ratings in the context of debt securities offerings
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieJames Tanner and Eva-Maria Segur-Cabanac from Baker McKenzie examine whether the EU Green Bond Standard will be a realistic competitor to the ICMA Green Bond Principles
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Sponsored by Nagashima Ohno & TsunematsuTomoharu Hagiwara of Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu explores the reasons behind Japan’s decision to amend its security law system
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Sponsored by TrilegalShruti Rajan, Anurag Gupta and Vidhi Shah of Trilegal discuss the relationship between foreign portfolio investors and the Securities and Exchange Board of India
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Sponsored by Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & FeldAkin Gump lawyers Harry Keegan, Daniel Lund and Adam Parkins examine the proposed scope and application of the government’s ability to intervene in the listing process
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Sponsored by Elias Neocleous & CoMichael Pelosi and Ioannis Sidiropoulos of Elias Neocleous & Co explain the provisions of a public statement issued by the European Securities and Markets Authority
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Sponsored by Mayer BrownAnna Pinedo and Brian Hirshberg of Mayer Brown examine how SPAC PIPE transactions and investor expectations have evolved over time
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Sponsored by I-OnAsiaDerek Elmer and James Tunkey of I-OnAsia explain how professionals working on SPACs can set their strategies accordingly to succeed and bring a competitive advantage to their deals
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Sponsored by Mori Hamada & MatsumotoKatsumasa Suzuki, Masakazu Kumagai and Yu Nimura of Mori Hamada & Matsumoto explore the challenges and solutions that the introduction of SPACs in Japan will create for the country’s capital market
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieAs instances of cases increase, Michelle Heisner and Santiago Corcuera-Mansi of Baker McKenzie outline which ones to watch
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Sponsored by IBRAHIM & PARTNERSAhmed Ibrahim of Ibrahim & Partners considers the scope of application and the expected reactions towards a decree obliging Dubai-based companies to list their shares on local stock exchanges
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Sponsored by Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & CoIFLR and Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co will host a webinar to discuss the growing interest of SPACs in India and assess its viability on future operations
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Sponsored by LinklatersLinklaters in London discuss the difficulty of navigating European regulatory waters during the oncoming wave of private equity investments
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Sponsored by Bae Kim & LeeIFLR is delighted to announce all the winning deals, teams, firms and individuals of the 2021 Asia-Pacific awards
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Sponsored by Riquito AdvogadosJoão Nuno Riquito and Bernice Kwok of Riquito Advogados discuss how strengthened regulatory cooperation will help boost cross-border investment in the Greater Bay Area
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Sponsored by Morgan Lewis & BockiusMorgan Lewis partner William Yonge looks at compliance issues with the market abuse regime in the UK, assessing the impact of coronavirus and developing a risk-based approach
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieThe announcement that UK electric vehicle maker Arrival Group is to merge with Nasdaq-listed CIIG could herald a new wave of SPACs looking at European acquisition targets in the coming years
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Sponsored by Mayer BrownIFLR and Mayer Brown will host a live webinar at 11am EST / 4pm GMT on Tuesday November 17 to discuss the changes brought about to the exempt offering framework by the JOBS Act
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Sponsored by Mayer BrownIFLR and Mayer Brown will host a live webinar at 11am EST / 4pm GMT on Tuesday, December 1 to discuss the new dynamics in the US capital markets
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Sponsored by Mayer BrownIFLR and Mayer Brown are pleased to announce the publication of a new book looking at the JOBS Act and capital raising options for US companies
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Sponsored by HomburgerHomburger lawyer Eduard De Zordi explains what financial service providers need to know about the new rules, which are now in effect
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieIn the second instalment of this two-part series, Baker McKenzie lawyers explain what the debt capital markets have to offer struggling companies
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Sponsored by HomburgerHomburger lawyers René Bösch, Benjamin Leisinger and Pierina Janett-Seiler summarise the new Swiss prospectus regime, with a special focus on exchange offers and consent solicitations
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieBaker McKenzie lawyers explain the challenges faced by regulated insurance companies when seeking leveraged debt financing
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Sponsored by Prager DreifussPrager Dreifuss lawyers discuss how the Global Forum Act targets beneficial ownership transparency
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieIn part one of this two-part series, Baker McKenzie lawyers outline how equity capital markets have come to the rescue of listed companies struggling with the ongoing liquidity crisis
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Sponsored by Cleary Gottlieb Steen & HamiltonDavis Polk, Linklaters and Latham lead the way for Elite Deals in competitive first half of the yearOver 850 unique law firms are represented in the data, which covers 5,675 DCM transactions from last year. LMG Analytics’ 1H 2020 data includes 1,769 unique issuers and 710 underwriters, accounting for $5.95 trillion in bond sales.
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Sponsored by King & SpaldingLawyers from King & Spalding's capital markets team discuss how the structured finance market has adapted to the crisis
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Sponsored by Cleary Gottlieb Steen & HamiltonCleary Gottlieb partner Amélie Champsaur explains why the GCC's decision on the ECB's public sector purchase programme violates EU law
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieBaker McKenzie lawyers expect a resurgence of transactions involving private investments in public equities
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Sponsored by Mayer BrownMayer Brown lawyers outline key legal and regulatory considerations for issuers looking to carry out debt management exercises in the US: a timely topic
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Sponsored by Cleary Gottlieb Steen & HamiltonLawyers who worked on Barbados’ recent debt restructuring explain how it came together, including an analysis of the innovative natural disaster clause
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieA number of high profile listings including Facebook, Snap, Alibaba and LinkedIn have thrust dual class shares back into the spotlight. Baker McKenzie lawyers consider the model in various jurisdictions
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieBaker McKenzie lawyers from London, New York and Hong Kong SAR consider the impact of Covid-19 on markets and outline the moves companies and exchanges have already made
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Sponsored by HomburgerZurich-based lawyers review Switzerland’s progress in the global shift away from Libor and other interbank offered rates, with a focus on bond markets
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieBaker McKenzie partners consider the role of geopolitical tensions in growing competition between stock exchanges around the world
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Sponsored by Slaughter and MayTransaction management firm The Deal Team, together with London-based Slaughter and May lawyers, explain how the IPO process has changed for issuers since the FCA’s reforms last summer
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Sponsored by Al Tamimi & CompanyAl Tamimi’s head of debt capital markets provides a rundown of typical Islamic financial products, from project sukuk to securitisation
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieGreen bonds are now in the mainstream. But the lack of contractual protections risk undermining the market and the broader sustainable finance project, as Baker McKenzie lawyers explain in this long read
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieBaker McKenzie partner Nick O’Donnell considers who or what is to blame for the fall in publicly-listed stocks worldwide – and why it’s unfair to say it’s the companies themselves
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Sponsored by Mayer BrownMayer Brown lawyers Jason Elder and Joo Park, who recently advised Mongolian Mortgage Corporation on a debut bond issuance, explain how the deal came together and what advisors need to know
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieBaker McKenzie lawyers consider how a relatively innocuous feature of corporate bonds is causing a stir following recent litigation and new regulations
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Sponsored by Morrison & FoersterListen to a live recording of IFLR's latest webinar, in collaboration with Morrison & Foerster, featuring an overview of Brexit, updates on US regulators and discussions on EMIR and initial margin
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieBaker McKenzie lawyers review the global biotech IPO landscape, considering how regulatory initiatives have aided growth
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Sponsored by Paul HastingsThe instruments are seeing a spike in demand within acquisition financings. Here, Paul Hastings lawyers consider the pros and cons of the two most popular structures
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Sponsored by Hogan LovellsListen to a live recording of IFLR's latest webinar, in collaboration with Hogan Lovells, featuring an overview of market consultations and the impact on documentation so far
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Sponsored by PwCCompanies are facing legal and operational challenges when it comes to the global move away from interbank offered rates
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Sponsored by Morgan Lewis & BockiusRegulators are keeping a close eye on HFT following the October trading system glitch on the TSE. Here Morgan Lewis & Bockius lawyers review the new landscape
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieThey've never been popular with sponsors and corporates, but an investors’ market has kept them around. Baker McKenzie lawyers Rob Mathews and Haden Henderson question if now is the time for that to change
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Sponsored by Latham & WatkinsLatham & Watkins lawyers, counsel to World Bank on the milestone transaction, discuss the creation of this new asset class and how the model can be adapted by other issuers
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Sponsored by FenXun PartnersThe ongoing commercial disruption between the PRC and the US is having a global effect
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Sponsored by Hengeler MuellerA survey by Hengeler Mueller has found that a majority of respondents reported an increase in the bureaucratic requirements associated with the EU regulation
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Sponsored by Debevoise & PlimptonSimilarities and differences exist between the US Model X Forms and Europe’s LMA documentation
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Sponsored by Allen & OveryPreparation and custom solutions are essential to a high yield offering in Luxembourg
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Sponsored by Mayer BrownThe EU’s new framework to encourage high quality securitisations contains a revised set of rules together with criteria for simple, transparent and standardised securitisations
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieHong Kong is set to shelve its ban on dual class shares to attract new economy companies. Other exchanges are following suit
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Sponsored by AshurstTerms for high yield bonds and leveraged loans continue to converge, driven by growing similarity in investor bases, increased market size and liquidity, and more oversight
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Sponsored by Morrison & FoersterThe Trump administration has been working through its plan to reduce regulatory burdens for financial institutions – with various consequences
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Sponsored by HomburgerThe proposed Financial Services Act will introduce new regulatory conduct rules and a new regime for the offering of securities
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Sponsored by Allen & OveryAn in-depth look at how it differs from a traditional bond and how it has the potential to change the way capital markets function
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Sponsored by Cleary Gottlieb Steen & HamiltonArgentina’s sovereign bond restructuring in 2005 reopened the debate surrounding interpretations of the boilerplate clause
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Sponsored by Orrick Herrington & SutcliffeOrrick finance group, coordinated by Patrizio Messina, assesses the country’s innovative approach to bad loans, ahead of the firm’s upcoming book on the subject
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Sponsored by Hogan LovellsA recent wave of public offering activity points to a re-opening of the country's equity markets to foreign investment
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Sponsored by Orrick Herrington & SutcliffeThe EU member state has amended its securitisation law to boost transactions regarding impaired receivables
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Sponsored by Allen & OveryAllen & Overy partner Damian Carolan discusses Mifid II: its progress, implications and the still unanswered questions
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Sponsored by White & CaseA decade after the global banking sector came close to collapsing, the regulatory and litigation landscape has changed significantly
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Sponsored by HomburgerDieter Grünblatt, Stefan Kramer and Benedikt Maurenbrecher of Homburger explore structuring options for international and domestic covered bonds involving a Swiss issuer
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Sponsored by LinklatersThe EU legislation is keeping market participants from New York to New Delhi up at night
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Sponsored by King & Wood MallesonsYes Cornerstones, which began in Hong Kong as a mechanism to attach prestigious names to new listings to generate interest and momentum, appear to have evolved into becoming security blankets to minimise the risk of failure, especially for deals launched in choppy waters.
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Sponsored by Deloitte LegalNearly a year after the regulation came into force, the market is still adapting to the change in regime
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Sponsored by FenXun PartnersThe market must be improved to overcome legal uncertainties which are hindering its full development
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Sponsored by FenXun PartnersThe country has given access to its credit market to foreign financial institutions, a move it hopes will boost its position on the global scene
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Sponsored by FenXun PartnersChina is considering reforming its volatile IPO market. But the 2015 market crash has made the nation more cautious
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Sponsored by Latham & WatkinsDiversity in the environmental asset class is suffering from high minimum issuance sizes and monitoring costs. Green striping could be the solution
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Sponsored by HomburgerBenedikt Maurenbrecher, Dieter Grünblatt and Stefan Kramer of Homburger discuss the Swiss taxation system’s impact on the issuance of covered bonds at an international level
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Sponsored by Slaughter and MaySlaughter and May lawyers examine a recent ruling that shows how to limit the risk of another law intruding on the parties’ choice of English law
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Sponsored by Allen & OveryAllen & Overy's Andrew Denny, Morgan Krone and Oliver Rule explain how trustees should prepare to step in when bondholder disputes arise over defaults or restructures
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Sponsored by Mayer BrownThe proposed guidelines on implicit support for securitisation provide useful focus, but they should be more limited in scope
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Sponsored by Mayer BrownWhen creating cross-border collateral arrangements, managing teams and reconciling legal regimes is half the challenge. Here, Mayer Brown lawyers explain why
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Sponsored by Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & FeldAkin Gump’s Christopher Leonard and Chris Poon outline why European legislators’ desire for reform has outpaced their ability to implement rules
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Sponsored by Hogan LovellsWhen entering in to swaps with an international organisation, what do you need to think about to sleep easy? Hogan Lovells’ James Doyle and Oliver West have the answers
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Sponsored by Norton Rose FulbrightSome have lauded the Capital Markets Union securitisation reforms as a source of EU growth. Others are less optimistic
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Sponsored by Latham & WatkinsThe continent accounts for less than one percent of global sukuk issuance. Latham & Watkins' Clement Fondufe, Kem Ihenacho andDavid Ziyambi explain why this may not be the case for long
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Sponsored by Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & FlomEquity capital market participants have developed innovative transaction structures to shorten the time to market. Skadden's Stephan Hutter and Katja Kaulamo explain why more are on the horizon
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Sponsored by Allen & OveryAllen & Overy's Bernd Geier and Goldman Sachs' Stephan Funck explain why regulatory capital's treatment complicates issuers’ modelling of conversion and write-down mechanisms
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Opinion: Bridging the gender gap through bonds
Use-of-proceeds and sustainability-linked bonds offer ample opportunities for issuers and investors to channel financing to address gender inequality in Asia -
OPINION: the SEC’s overwhelming rulemaking agenda is too much too soon
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Opinion: Arm IPO proves London’s rule changes have flopped
Changes to the listing rules were expected to attract more tech companies to the London equity markets, but the semiconductor and software company’s decision to list in the US has exposed serious weaknesses in the regime -
Opinion: Sri Lanka inching closer to looming debt cliff
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OPINION: China’s bond defaults have come of age
While there are worrying signals for investors in the Chinese bond market, there are also signs that regulations and infrastructure for market-oriented debt resolutions are developing
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Lawyers from across the Americas celebrated their successes in New York
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Lawyers from across Europe gathered in London to celebrate legal excellence in deal-making, cross-border investment and regulation
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The first in-person Africa awards dinner was held in Johannesburg and welcomed legal practitioners from across the continent
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The first of five global awards took place in Hong Kong to celebrate legal innovation across the Asia-Pacific region