Features
The Impact of the EU Data Protection Regulation
The EU General Data Protection Regulation 2016/679 will apply as of 25 May 2018, at which point it will replace the current legal framework.
UK Government Confirms Introduction of New Cap on Interest Deductibility
The UK Government is introducing a new cap on interest deductibility, with effect from 1 April 2017. This leaves affected groups very little time in which to consider the rule’s impact and to refinance their existing arrangements.
Listed Companies: Dealing with Reporting Obligations in the Context of Antitrust Proceedings
Antitrust proceedings usually trigger an obligation of disclosure for listed companies, which may be problematic given their confidential nature.
Focus On International M&A
The Rising Popularity of M&A Transactions in the Life Sciences Sector
Emmanuelle Trombe
The overall closed deal value for 2015 in life sciences was US$402.9 billion – almost twice as much as in 2014 (US$169.3 billion) – a significant portion of which was cross-border M&A. Why has M&A become so popular in this sector?
Why a Careful Review of Outsourcing Agreements is Important in International M&A Transactions
Shawn C. Helms | Dr. Claus Färber
Outsourcing agreements are behind the most important vendor relationships. They therefore require a detailed review as part of the due diligence process of any M&A deal or spinout transaction.
Recent Trends in Oil & Gas M&A in Europe and Africa
Marta Wrobel
Historically, a decline in crude oil prices has been a key factor in increased M&A activity. Despite the price of crude oil having been steadily declining for two years, we’re only now seeing an upturn in M&A.
The Impact of CFIUS Reviews on M&A Transactions
David J. Levine | Raymond Paretzky
CFIUS reviews mergers, acquisitions or takeovers that may pose a risk to US national security by foreign control of an entity engaged in US interstate commerce.
Coordinating the Effective Date of Mergers in a Global Post-Acquisition Integration
Thomas P. Conaghan | Nicolas Lafont | Daniel L. Woodard
Global companies that acquire other global companies must often navigate multiple, very different legal regimes to achieve their integration goals.