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Private M&A in 2023 – The pendulum swings
With parties set to face a new era in dealmaking, Caroline Rae, Charles Steward and Antonia Kirkby analyse the key trends across the M&A market2023 …
EU publishes Q&A on the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation
Though uncertainties remain, the document has been welcomed by the market and provides clarity on a number of salient questionsOn 5 April 2023, the …
Biannual Banking Litigation Update - Spring 2023
Welcome to the Spring 2023 edition of our biannual Banking Litigation Update, in which we highlight the most important cases and developments affecting …
Redomiciliation transactions in Australia; unlocking value
Redomiciliation transactions can be a valuable option for Australian companies seeking to gain access to foreign stock exchanges and capital markets. In …
ACCC proposes major reforms to Australian merger clearance regime
The ACCC has announced a proposal for major reforms to Australia’s merger clearance regime. If implemented by the Government, these reforms will result …
Completion of sale contracts where the law changes: what it means to “carry on the business in the usual and ordinary course”
In a recent decision, the High Court has considered the proper construction of a common pre-completion obligation in sale agreements to "carry on the …
Commission consultation on environmental taxonomy is underway
The four-week feedback window is open as the EU pushes ahead on its sustainability agendaOn 5 April 2023, the European Commission (the Commission) …
Successful M&A processes: Our top ten tips for listed company directors
1. Understand your role Your role is one of stewardship and ultimate decision making, rather than working the deal day to day –understand your basic …
German Working Time Act amendments – What you need to know
The draft bill looks to clarify the rules, but uncertainties remainIntroduction Since the much-discussed decision of the German Federal Labour Court of …
Uncovering the Future of AI Regulation: The Australian Privacy Act Review
If proposed changes to the Privacy Act are adopted, operators and users of AI could face far-reaching implications.With the upswing of interest in …
8th Annual Corporate Crimes and Investigations Conference 2023: Digital transformation and the evolution of internal investigations
Exploring Sustainable Finance in Australia: A 22/23 Snapshot
Businesses must increasingly prioritise their ESG goals. This article explores recent regulatory and policy updates in relation to sustainable finance, …
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