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Bricks and clicks: How M&A is accelerating the convergence of the high street and online
In previous articles in our Future of Consumer series we have examined how artificial intelligence, augmented reality and virtual reality are being used …
The UK's access to the EU's preferential trade arrangements
The position of the UK under the EU's preferential trade agreements following Brexit is likely to become a major complicating factor in the negotiations. …
Political intervention in M&A - Is the tide turning?
Political intervention in cross-border acquisitions is on the increase globally, against a back-drop of protectionist rhetoric in some countries: the …
The view from Brussels – Brexit negotiations – Developments in October
The Brexit debate often looks different viewed from Brussels rather than from London. It is however important for businesses to also keep in mind the …
The Brexit negotiations – the view from Brussels on developments in September
The Brexit debate often looks different when viewed from Brussels rather than from London. That Brussels perspective however is important for businesses …
EU unveils proposals for toughened security screening of foreign investments
As states race to usher in tighter security controls on foreign takeovers, we assess the EU's new framework for screening FDIOn 13 September 2017 the EU …
Frictionless trade? UK-EU customs relations post-Brexit
On 15 and 16 August 2017 the UK Government published two papers setting out its proposals for UK-EU customs relations post-Brexit. While these …
Legislating for Brexit – Inside the UK's Withdrawal Bill
As the UK puts its EU departure into legislation, we take an in-depth exploration of the far-reaching bill.The European Union (Withdrawal) Bill was …
Qatari diplomatic ties severed – Implications for business
Middle Eastern neighbours have cut diplomatic ties and transport links with Qatar. How will business be hit?On Monday 5 June 2017, Saudi Arabia, the …
Herbert Smith Freehills advises the Foschini Group on its A$302m Acquisition of RAG retail fashion group
Herbert Smith Freehills has advised The Foschini Group Limited (TFG) on its acquisition of Australian retail apparel group, RAG for A$302 million. RAG …
Herbert Smith Freehills advises Furla on acquisition of Australian distribution network from Luxury Retail Group
Herbert Smith Freehills has advised Italian handbags and accessories specialist Furla on the acquisition of its Australian distribution network from …
Helping FMCG Businesses plan for a Post-Brexit future
Businesses with interwoven supply chains across the EU and beyond have already felt the effects of a weaker pound, with increasing costs of sourcing raw …
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