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European leveraged finance report: Revisiting the crystal ball
Debt Explorer | White & Case’s European leveraged finance team evaluates the predictions they made at the beginning of 2024 for leveraged loan and high yield bond activity
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US renewables M&A: A cautious road to recovery?
M&A Explorer | The US renewables sector is racing to keep up with governmental targets and societal pressure, but the upcoming presidential election creates considerable uncertainty
Taiwan
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Taiwan’s M&A market defies headwinds to flourish in 2024
M&A Explorer | M&A totals for this year have already overtaken 2023 as technology, green energy and a financial services megadeal drive activity
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EVs at a crossroads: Where next for electric vehicle M&A?
M&A Explorer | The EV industry is facing multiple headwinds in 2024 including consumer pullback, but future dealmaking prospects look solid as buyers seek to safeguard future growth, with China leading the way
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Indonesian lending activity poised for rebound
Debt Explorer | Macroeconomic uncertainty has impacted Indonesian debt markets in recent years. But, after a period of disruption, prospects for domestic and offshore debt issuances are brightening
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China’s real estate sector shows the beginning signs of recovery
Debt Explorer | After a challenging three years for China's real estate sector, a government stimulus package and improving macroeconomic conditions have raised hopes that the industry has turned a corner
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Spain’s renewable energy industry readies for refinancing
Debt Explorer | Spain's renewable energy assets are producing more power than ever. However, as energy prices flatten out, refinancing renewable energy infrastructure could prove to be tricky
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Return of the megadeal: Big business powers US M&A
M&A Explorer | The string of megadeals announced in the first half of 2024 reflect a growing confidence among US dealmakers. But can the bull run be sustained?
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Financial institutions M&A: Sector trends - September 2024
In the 12th edition of our report, we bring you the key deal highlights and M&A trends across UK/Europe in the past 12 months which have shaped the financial services landscape. 
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Businesses face an expanded range of obligations
An accelerating focus on doing business responsibly will force changes to wide-ranging aspects of business operations and strategy
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What does it mean to be a responsible mining & metals player in 2024?
As the industry faces higher societal, regulatory and risk management expectations, significant opportunities await responsible businesses in the mining & metals sector.
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Eastern promise: The M&A pipeline between APAC and the Middle East is primed for growth
M&A Explorer | Dealmaking between the two regions looks set to rise as trade links and political relations strengthen
Tokyo
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Land of the rising dissension: Japanese shareholder activism in focus
M&A Explorer | A perfect storm of volatile market conditions and investor demands is brewing in Japan, fostering an environment ripe for increased shareholder activism in 2025
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High anxiety or real opportunity? Distressed M&A in Europe
M&A Explorer | The number of distressed deals reaches record highs as challenging market conditions take their toll
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Data: The hottest non-commodity in the mining & metals sector?
There is a tendency to think of data as generic, especially when it is vast, but the uniqueness of mineral data makes it the ultimate non-commodity, primed to take advantage of AI.
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Legal 500: Enforcement of Judgments in Civil and Commercial Matters Comparative Guide: United States
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France sets its sights on becoming Europe’s PE leader
M&A Explorer | Governmental pressure and an improving macroeconomic outlook could see French buyout activity gaining on the UK
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NPL players rethink strategy in a changing market
Elevated interest rates have led to an increase in European NPL volumes, but levels remain far below the peaks during the financial crisis period. NPL investors and servicers are rethinking their business models to adjust to a smaller market
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Financial Times Moral Money Forum reports, in partnership with White & Case
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Sanctions move up the agenda for lenders and borrowers
Debt Explorer | Compliance with sanctions regimes has been a priority for debt markets. Amid rising geopolitical tensions, the stakes for lenders and borrowers are higher than ever
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Africa Focus: Summer 2024
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High yield issuance climbs, but markets still seek direction
Debt Explorer | High yield activity in the US, Europe and APAC revives after a tricky period, but markets remain uncertain moving into the final months of 2024
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Refinancing surge reenergizes US and European loan markets
US and European leveraged loan markets record massive increases in issuance as issuers race to refinance
Tokyo
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Despite short-term volatility, rising interest rates may improve Japan’s economic outlook
Debt Explorer | Rising interest rates have challenged some markets, but in Japan, where rates have languished in negative territory for almost a decade, a rate increase is generally welcome news for investors
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South Africa M&A regulation: Adapting to change
Debt Explorer | A peaceful election and slowing inflation have put M&A markets in South Africa in a more advantageous position. However, taking advantage of South African deal opportunities requires a clear understanding of a rapidly evolving regulatory backdrop
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Moving on up: Europe’s CLO market is making a strong comeback
Debt Explorer | The first half of 2024 has been a bumper year for European Collateralized Loan Obligations and a mix of market and legislative catalysts could push the second half into record-breaking territory
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Leaders in Water Interview Series
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Covered bond issuance climbs as investors seek traditional asset classes
Debt Explorer | Demand for covered bonds is rising as investors seek opportunities to deploy capital in low-risk assets during a period of market uncertainty
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Private debt diversifies into infrastructure
Debt Explorer | Private debt funds are rapidly expanding into a segment of the market traditionally dominated by banks
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“Magnificent Seven” ride again as AI spurs rise in US tech M&A
M&A Explorer | Dealmaking makes a comeback as tech giants battle for dominance in artificial intelligence
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High-profile deals in European regulators’ firing lines
M&A Explorer | Dealmakers are learning to navigate a stricter regulatory environment as UK and EU authorities take an increasingly interventionist stance
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Investors flock to investment grade debt markets
Debt Explorer | Investment grade debt markets have enjoyed buoyant activity levels as elevated interest rates see investors and lenders race to build exposure to high-quality borrowers
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Food for thought: Dealmakers drawn to Europe’s sustainable farming sector
M&A Explorer | The strong environmental, economic and social case for sustainable farming looks set to spur future M&A in Europe’s agricultural sector
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PE firms increasingly target infrastructure
M&A Explorer | The addition of infrastructure to PE firms’ playbooks is part of a broader embrace of adjacent private market asset classes
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Africa represents new frontier for tech dealmakers
M&A Explorer | The continent's growing population is producing a wealth of investment opportunities as demand for digital services ramps up
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Digital healthcare in Southeast Asia offers healthy returns
M&A Explorer | Rapid digitalization in the health industry is set to drive M&A across the region
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Luxury, Fashion and Lifestyle – Staying ahead in times of change
In a time distinguished by significant shifts—from the surge in e-commerce to altered consumer behaviors and the growing emphasis on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) values—brands face not just challenges but vast opportunities.
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Charting a path for European carve-outs
M&A Explorer | Carve-outs offer a path to streamline operations, raise cash and unlock shareholder value, but have faced various stifling market conditions in 2024
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Japan’s PE market is thriving, with potential for exits to follow
M&A Explorer | Stronger stock market performance bodes well for exit conditions in Japan’s rapidly maturing PE space
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Strong start for high yield bond markets in US and Europe
Debt Explorer | US and European high yield issuance surged in Q1 2024, but in APAC, conditions remain challenging