Despite its strong push to mandate central clearing for US Treasury trades, the SEC is unlikely to move forward without the authorities’ green light
The much-anticipated programme will make it easier and more cost-effective for foreign investors to manage risk in the Chinese derivatives market
SEC proposals to centrally clear US Treasury securities transactions would create concentration risk
IFLR is pleased to reveal the winning deals, teams, law firms and individuals in the 2023 Europe Awards
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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
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Sponsored by Llinks Law OfficesLlinks Law Offices explains why a revision of China’s bankruptcy regime is on the agenda amid a sharp rise in cases
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Sponsored by Elias Neocleous & CoFabian Cabeza of Elias Neocleous & Co explains what company founders need to be aware of regarding funding when launching start-ups on the ‘Tech Island’
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieLawyers from Baker McKenzie consider some of the challenges posed by ESG ratings in the context of debt securities offerings
IFLR’s free-to-read explainer series looks at how securities firms are preparing for the new rules
IFLR spoke to bankers and lawyers about the regulation-light German bond/loan hybrid that’s becoming increasingly popular across Europe
A closer look at fallback reference rates in standard documentation for Libor contracts following its permanent cessation in 2021
Regulators’ answer to the Libor-rigging scandal is confusing market participants everywhere. IFLR explains what you need to know in the latest instalment of this free-to-read series
The two powers are diverging on their approaches to Russia for the first time
IFLR's latest primer looks in depth at the most likely long-term replacement for the Libor benchmark interest rate
The second part of IFLR's Sonia primer looks at how a new forward-looking rate could work
Asia Pacific markets are also getting ready for the end of the 30-year old rate
The PRC is focusing on internationalising the use of the renminbi
The first part of this primer takes a look at the benchmark that is being touted as the one the market will use post-Libor in the UK
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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: 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 -
Opinion: Mifid II's US impact remains uncertain
While the EU regulation has had a clear and sweeping influence on activity in Europe, the extent to which it has affected the US divides the industry -
Counsel should consider Bremain as well as Brexit
The UK's decision to stay in the EU could have far reaching consequences too, particularly in boosting the Capital Markets Union
Winners will be revealed at a ceremony on May 18 at the Metropolitan Club, New York
Winners will be revealed at an awards ceremony on May 3 at the Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square, London
Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony in Singapore on March 22
All the shortlisted deals, teams, firms and individuals – winners will be announced at a ceremony in Dubai on October 12