Recent Insights

The Financial Regulatory Observer regularly sets spotlights on selected topics driving the regulatory and technological changes in the financial industry.

The overwhelming majority of respondents see a multiplicity of opportunities in a variety of sectors and regions. However, our survey reveals that the ‘noise’ around some investment locations may be just that—noise

While investors are looking at a variety of sectors in the region, our survey reveals that roads are the top priority, while both conventional and renewable energy are still very much on the radar

The rewards for infrastructure investors in APAC can be lucrative, but the region is not without its risks—particularly political ones

There has been a growth in the number of funds targeting the APAC infrastructure market as investors seek out greater returns. Meanwhile, public-private partnerships are likely to increase if they can overcome several systemic barriers

Risks may persist around infrastructure investment in APAC, but the overall outlook is very positive

From rural farmlands to modern megacities, the complex and diverse Asia-Pacific infrastructure sector continues to attract international investment. Our survey shows investors are very positive about future opportunities and analyses the countries and sectors attracting this optimism

Easing challenges, seizing opportunities

Will recent regulatory developments have their desired impact on the NPL market across Europe?

Regional differences and market maturities are forging a dynamic finance landscape with ever-more resourceful and innovative methods of meeting the global infrastructure funding challenge.

Our countdown illustrates the key dates and milestones on the road to Brexit. We will share regular updates regarding the progress of the Brexit negotiations as they unfold.

The European warehousing and logistics market is growing at unprecedented rates. Such growth comes with threats as well as opportunities, and investors need to be aware of local conditions to maximize returns

2018 was a strong year for dealmaking in the US, particularly domestically, but when will the tide turn?

A jurisdictional overview of the world’s court systems

Despite an uncertain economic and political outlook, tech companies are still doing cross-border deals, and activity in 2018 was remarkably strong.

We highlight the key European M&A trends in the second half of 2018, and provide our insights into the outlook for M&A in 2019.

The global mining & metals sector spent much of 2018 in the thrall of macro uncertainty and geopolitical tensions. Heading into 2019, what does the underlying picture look like?

In July, the UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) finalised changes to its Handbook that brought it into line with the EU Benchmarks Regulation (BMR).

Anti-money laundering policy and regulation continue to evolve in the European Union, but the reality of central federal authority remains some way off.

Concerns that EU banks could lose access to UK clearing houses for derivatives transactions under a no-deal Brexit need addressing as a matter of urgency.

As the Withdrawal Agreement is pending in Parliament, the effects of Brexit remain unclear.

The Financial Regulatory Observer regularly sets spotlights on selected topics driving the regulatory and technological changes in the financial industry.

As enforcement authorities across the world ramp up efforts to investigate and prosecute corruption, compliance programs are becoming more important than ever.

Appetite continues to grow, driven by the emergence of new financial technology and asset classes

Australia requires a wide variety of investments by foreign businesses to be reviewed and approved before completion

China is attempting to implement a more structured and comprehensive system to keep a closer eye on economic deals that might have security implications

Japan’s implementation of the 2017 amendments to FEFTA must be watched closely to see whether Japan will adopt a more aggressive stance

Deals are generally approved, but a new law increases the number and types of deals reviewed

Deals are generally not blocked by the Italian government. However, in connection with the clearance process, conditions may be imposed that can have a significant impact on the investment

While few deals are challenged in Canada, national security reviews are becoming more common and complex

New amendments potentially require foreign investors to disclose information about beneficiaries, beneficial owners and controlling persons as part of pre-clearance

National security interventions have, with one exception, involved defense considerations

Proposed European foreign direct investment regulation—a first step toward harmonized European investment controls

Deals are generally not blocked in Finland

New legislation has been proposed to expand the scope of French national security reviews, especially in the technology sector, and to strengthen the powers of French authorities to impose sanctions

Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy is enforcing a stricter regime for foreign direct investment reviews

As the number and type of climate-related claims against companies, governments and individuals increase worldwide, pressure is mounting on businesses to ramp up action.

Current approaches for managing global growth.