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The Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) initiative may not be a legal requirement, but it is one of the most important business requirements for potential investors into South Africa today.

Asia’s securities regulators are firmly focused on protecting retail investors. But there are limits to what they can achieve

What can the financial services industry expect from the new UK regulatory authorities?

In recent weeks, speculation has escalated about whether it's in the UK's best interest to stay in the EU, or to cut its losses and leave. In debating the pros and cons, many have come to the unhelpful conclusion that the UK is caught in a catch 22.

If there were a phrase to sum up market sentiment in 2013, 'cautious optimism' would be it.

Paris was a hive of activity last month with the biggest news being WHITE & CASE's capture of five lawyers from Linklaters' capital markets team, including some of the firm's leading lights. Three partners – Cenzi Gargaro, Philippe Herbelin and Séverin Robillard – are joined by consultant and former market star lawyer Gilles Endréo, and associate Thomas Le Vert who joins as a partner.

One risk that banks are now willing to take Corporates in the Asia-Pacific have traditionally used banks to finance acquisitions. With the implementation Basel III set to significantly curtail banks ability to lend, local counsel have outlined the alternative funding sources they expect to emerge in the region this year. Panelists at February's IFLR-IPBA M&A Forum predicted more innovative financing across the region this year, with leveraged buyouts (LBOs) expected in Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines.

China’s asset management industry is seeing a drive towards expansion and unification. But will it benefit all parties?

Distributors of foreign QIFs must soon adapt to the revised Swiss rules. Here’s what they need to do

On January 21 2013, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) finally issued the (Investment Advisors) Regulations 2013 (Regulation). The Regulations seek to regulate the activity of 'investment advice'.