HK short seller attacks prompt due diligence focus Short sellers and a number of incidents on IPO information suggest that more thorough pre-deal diligence is needed By Ashley Lee November 20 2014
Asia’s TLAC questions revealed Concerns remain about how the FSB's total loss-absorbing capacity proposal will be implemented in Asia, where major centres still lack resolution regimes By Ashley Lee November 19 2014
Asian managers may hesitate on AIFMD passporting Esma's consultation on passporting under the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive may have a limited effect on Asian fund managers By Ashley Lee November 19 2014
Bank of China’s AT1 preference shares explained The offering proved the depth of Asia’s capital markets but its innovative structure has also set a precedent for the rest of the industry By Ashley Lee November 13 2014
Asian market indecisive over term loan Bs Sponsors in the region are increasingly turning to the structure to refinance – or even finance – acquisitions. By Ashley Lee November 12 2014
Asia’s developing repo markets spark collateral questions Repo markets in Asia are growing. But collateral in the region must be permitted to move across borders By Ashley Lee November 12 2014
Why TLAC may challenge Asian banks The FSB has released its consultation paper on total loss-absorbing capacity. But Asian banks face implementation challenges By Ashley Lee November 10 2014
China onshore guarantee must be tested China now permits onshore guarantees for bonds intended to expand issuers’ offshore operations. But uncertainty surrounds their subordination By Ashley Lee November 10 2014
Why the PRA prefers subsidiaries for retail businesses Despite encouraging subsidarisation of offices catering to retail customers, the UK Prudential Regulatory Authority does not expect a material change in the number of branches By Ashley Lee November 10 2014
Sponsor-driven HY to grow in Asia Sponsors are expected to become more active in Asian high-yield as the region’s capital markets develop By Ashley Lee November 10 2014