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Shadow banking – the label is deceptively neat. But regulating the wide-ranging sector could mean destroying more than regulators can possibly hope to save. The dilemma law-makers now face is to bring forward new legislation without creating problems that will cause the next financial crisis.
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What will be the biggest challenges in the first months of Brazilian pre-merger review?
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The draft legislation of Emir has been published, but lawyers say there will be a number of unintended consequences
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Is the new special administration regime for investment banks strong enough?
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The impact of Dodd-Frank on cross-border payment flow securitisations remains unknown
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The past 12 months have seen US courts lower requirements for materiality, limit the parties who can be held liable and narrow extraterritorial reach
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The US mortgage settlement with the banks is an important first step in resolving servicing claims, but will have a far-reaching effect on the housing market and regulatory oversight
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The FSA’s Einhorn and Hannam market abuse enforcement action show intent is not a defence
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What does London’s development as a hub for trading in offshore renminbi mean for the currency’s internationalisation?
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It's a great way to attract foreign issuers back to the US, but the Act has hidden risks to be aware of
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The Jobs Act gives is an excellent way to attract foreign issuers back to the US capital markets
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The Jobs Act will help issuers and crowdfunding platforms, but may create litigation risks for banks, say lawyers
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The Act allows certain potential IPO issuers to gauge investors’ interest, but they must do so with caution
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Infrastructure funds have arrived in Thailand. Here’s how they work
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Why Italy must consider the scope of its new rule on interlocking directorships
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Lawyers predict a greater emphasis on disclosures and remedies of conflicted parties, but injunctions will be less likely
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Why a lifetime trust is key to the efficient transfer of Cayman Islands and BVI shares on a shareholder’s death
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Foreign direct investment is a vital source of capital for India. But the government must work hard to reassure investors who are put off by complex regulations
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Mexico has a new PPP Act. Here’s how it can be applied to infrastructure projects in the country
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