Paul Atkins said new rules adopted by the commission last year “were very controversial”
New hires were made across the capital markets, finance and M&A practices in New York, London, Frankfurt and Hamburg
Capital markets partner Alfonso Ventoso delves into capital markets activity in Spain, outlining opportunities for the firm
As international corporates increasingly raise capital in the Dubai International Financial Centre, the reduction in regulatory burden can encourage more investment into the jurisdiction
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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. -
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
IFLR’s latest primer takes a look at the challenges associated with the use of AI in capital markets in financial products and services
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
Law firms are helping asset managers and advisers understand the implications of this contentious component of the EU’s Retail Investment Strategy
Law firms are helping asset managers comply with this tricky piece of UK investor protection law and prepare for the EU’s related value for money proposals
While North American markets are ahead of the UK and EU in implementing T+1, lawyers in Europe are busy preparing clients for a shortened settlement cycle on the horizon
Lawyers are helping firms prepare for one of the biggest shifts in European transparency rules
Uncertain timelines, the sheer volume of changes, and post-Brexit divergence continue to create challenges for market participants
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
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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 Awards
More than 350 lawyers gathered in Dubai for an evening of inspiration and recognition
Lawyers from across the Americas celebrated their successes in New York
Lawyers from across Europe gathered in London to celebrate legal excellence in deal-making, cross-border investment and regulation
The first in-person Africa awards dinner was held in Johannesburg and welcomed legal practitioners from across the continent