The Islamic bond-like instrument appears favourable but interpretation and standardisation obstacles are impeding its global development, say four lawyers
Regulators are aiming to create a more sophisticated and effective system that can differentiate between various over-the-counter derivatives, a conference heard
The controversial active account requirement set out in EMIR 3.0’s proposal will be phased in softly, an industry conference heard
The partner at White & Case’s Dubai and London offices explores sukuk complexities and his team’s innovative strategies in capturing this market
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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 -
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
IFLR examines the SEC’s latest proposals to enhance climate disclosures and combat greenwashing across the US investment management industry
IFLR’s latest explainer looks at the impact of the PCAOB audit requirements on US-listed Chinese companies, the potential for an agreement and alternatives companies are considering
IFLR’s latest explainer looks at the Commission’s proposal on climate disclosures for issuers, for which the comment period will end on June 17
IFLR’s latest explainer looks at the impact of the rules on foreign investments and the implications of the newly added listing regulations for restricted sectors
In our latest explainer, we take a closer look at the new Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, which replaces the Non-Financial Reporting Directive
This edition of IFLR’s free-to-read primer series looks at high frequency trading (HFT), exploring recent trends in the space and discussing assertions levelled against certain strategies
IFLR’s latest free-to-read explainer looks at direct listings and how they differ from traditional IPOs
IFLR’s latest free-to-read primer looks at Securities and Exchange Commission’s Regulation Best Interest, addressing what it is, what it does and related retail investor protection issues
In IFLR’s latest primer, we look at the significance of the UK Stewardship Code and how recent changes will impact asset management
In this IFLR’s explainer, we look at the significance of the EU’s Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) and how it affects investors
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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
A plethora of legislation from the US securities regulator is likely to lead to problems down the line as the market struggles to follow along -
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
The island nation needs to consider restructuring options while reorienting its economy to reduce import dependence -
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
IFLR is pleased to reveal the winning deals, teams, law firms and individuals in the 2023 Americas Awards
Research for the 2023 Middle East awards has begun – winners will be announced at a live event in Dubai on October 17
IFLR is pleased to reveal the winning deals, teams, law firms and individuals in the 2023 Europe Awards
IFLR is delighted to reveal the winning deals, teams, law firms and individuals for the Asia-Pacific Awards 2023