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Switzerland

ESG
Companies in neighbouring Switzerland need lawyers who are up to date with the changing regulations as the EU relaxes its ESG requirements
M&A
The Zurich-based M&A lawyer explains why he likes the collaborative nature of his job and why finding balance is essential
The finalists for the 26th annual Europe awards are revealed - winners will be presented in London on April 3
The finalists for the 25th annual Europe awards are revealed - winners will be presented in London on April 24
The schuldschein market has had a record year on all accounts, and the momentum is expected to continue into the autumn
12th annual awards announces winners
The Women in Business Law Awards is excited to present its shortlist for the 2022 EMEA awards.
3rd annual awards announce winners across 58 categories
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    Daniel Raun and Philippe Seiler, Bär & Karrer
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    For companies in financial distress, strengthening the equity base is typically one of the key pillars of a successful turnaround, as lowering the leverage ratio and improving the rating can help to reduce debt financing costs substantially. On top of this, certain (potential) business partners may refuse to engage in or discontinue business dealings with the distressed company if they have doubts about its creditworthiness which can further deteriorate the company's situation. This article sets out a non-exhaustive list of possible routes for a Swiss company (issuer) listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX) to conduct an equity raise in such a situation which requires, in particular, that the following two requirements can be achieved:
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    Thomas Müller and Hugh Reeves of Walder Wyss explore blockchain and the new more stringent approach being taken by Swiss regulators