Recent Insights

Costs associated with LIBOR's discontinuation could tip the scale in favour of fixed-rate loans in real estate finance

Managing your international business risks in 2019

A rise in US mega-transactions more than made up for a drop in volume in the first half of 2019

The pharmaceutical, medical and biotech sector was number one by value, followed by technology, media and telecoms (TMT). TMT led by volume, followed by industrial and chemicals.

Proposed revisions to current financial statement disclosure requirements for business acquisitions and dispositions would simplify compliance while ensuring investors get the information they need

The US M&A market delivered a surprisingly robust first half, with total value rising 9 percent year-on-year. Volume, on the other hand, dipped 21 percent

M&A activity in the retail sector fell sharply during the first half of 2019, as uncertainty and digital disruption continue to put pressure on the sector

The need to replenish intellectual property has pushed the pharma industry to the highest-performing sector by M&A value

Many of the factors that have underpinned recent M&A activity remain in place, but concerns are mounting

Despite accumulating a vast, historic pile of capital for acquisitions, private equity has moderated its pace of buyouts in the first half of the year

After a standout 2018, real estate M&A has dropped significantly in the first half of 2019, but segments of the market such as logistics and hotels have remained attractive

H1 2019 has seen deal value continue to climb in technology M&A, as digital disruption overtakes segments of the market such as fintech and Big Data

In Tokyo, White & Case gathers leading thinkers on international business and trade policy from around the globe to explore what evolving economic and social change mean for Pacific nations—and to propose effective responses.

The EV revolution is fully underway. With the UK government committed to the eradication of emissions and automakers fully embracing EVs, a tipping point seems to be on the near horizon. 

Cov-lite loans can leave lenders with limited restructuring options, but creative lenders will still find ways to bring debtors to the table

As global water shortages worsen, desalination projects are likely to proliferate. Sponsors that can manage project risk will capture significant value while helping the world meet its water needs

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: fintech — H1 2019 and outlook for H2 2019

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: stock exchanges/clearing houses — H1 2019 and outlook for H2 2019

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: asset/wealth management — H1 2019 and outlook for H2 2019

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: specialty finance/marketplace lending — H1 2019 and outlook for H2 2019

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: banks — H1 2019 and outlook for H2 2019

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: brokers/trading service providers — H1 2019 and outlook for H2 2019

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: payments — H1 2019 and outlook for H2 2019

We highlight the key European M&A trends in the first half of 2019, and provide our insights into the outlook for M&A moving forward

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: credit cards/consumer finance — H1 2019 and outlook for H2 2019

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

As connected cars proliferate, auto, tech and financial companies will form alliances that raise familiar legal issues in new contexts

Electric storage has been around for decades in the form of pumped hydro storage. But recent advances in battery and cutting-edge storage technologies have generated renewed interest in the benefits of storage.

Can tokenised mining royalties and metal streams unlock a new investor base?

Our third annual survey finds that a bullish outlook and the ascendance of domestic and Asian buyers could make 2019 a standout year.

An overview of rules and developments in Australia, Germany, Japan, Mexico, the UK and the US

Despite strong government support and growing capacity, a lengthy approval process may slow progress

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.

As more Turkish companies begin to report liquidity issues and economic pressures begin to bite, successful financial restructurings are likely to become increasingly critical to the prosperity of the Turkish economy

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

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

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

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

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