Recent Insights

As the effects of coronavirus on the primary and secondary debt markets continue, there will be ongoing implications for leveraged finance transactions

LIBOR, one of the most significant global benchmarks for calculating interest, is to be phased out by 2021 and replaced by alternative benchmarks in the form of risk-free rates.

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: banks — H2 2019 and outlook for 2020

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: fintech — H2 2019 and outlook for 2020

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: asset/wealth management — H2 2019 and outlook for 2020

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: payments — H2 2019 and outlook for 2020

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: stock exchanges/clearing houses/trading venues — H2 2019 and outlook for 2020

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: brokers/corporate finance — H2 2019 and outlook for 2020

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: consumer finance — H2 2019 and outlook for 2020

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: specialty finance/marketplace lending — H2 2019 and outlook for 2020

Growth in the European leveraged finance market remained steady in 2019, with 2020 set to continue at pace, with enhanced focus on the trade-off of protection from risk versus a higher yield.

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

Last year saw a slew of notable transactions in the sector despite reduced appetite overall for energy industry M&A

While global M&A fell in 2019, the US forged ahead, maintaining its year-on-year value and taking a greater share of the global deal market.

Our exclusive survey of senior executives who have financed the aviation industry in the past three years reveals that the overall investment outlook for the sector is bright, with one region in particular set for larger growth than its global equivalents

The multiplicity of financing sources such as asset-backed security, insurance and leasing companies has been crucial for the sector. In this section, we reveal the origins and sources of expected funding in 2020

Despite the sector's current strong performance, many survey respondents believe the industry needs even more capital and liquidity. In addition, most expect restructurings and insolvencies to increase in 2020

Economic volatility, political unrest and fierce competition are all seen as major challenges to the sector in the coming 12 to 18 months. Meanwhile, respondents are preparing for rising oil prices and growing industry consolidation

We explore key takeaways from our exclusive survey and what they could mean for the aviation industry and aviation finance

Aviation finance is proving its resilience amid a cooling global economy. Our survey finds that senior executives in the sector are optimistic that global levels of aircraft financing will increase in 2020.

The global mining & metals sector is facing one of its most challenging transitions yet, as the industry is considering how it can best position itself to regain and maintain stakeholder confidence on ESG matters

What businesses need to know for a strategic approach

The strategic value of paying attention to areas that benchmarks assess

Thoughtful business participation in benchmark reviews

As technology reshapes the banking industry, regulators are rising to the challenge.

The latest consultation paper from ESMA raises some important questions about the market abuse regulation (MAR) but lacks detail in some crucial areas.

The European Courts have handed down first judgments on supervisory measures taken by the ECB, highlighting important issues regarding the application of the law. 

Current rules fall short of providing a clear framework for a single European market for fintech companies.

Refinements to the regulatory framework are needed before banks can make widespread use of securitization by European banks.

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

How to stay ahead of the curve, minimize future costs of compliance and feed the growing demand from investors for responsible products and services.

Valdis Dombrovskis has a full in-tray that includes securing the EU banking and capital markets union as he begins his term at the European Commission.

Since the 2008 financial crisis, a non-US bank seeking to establish or maintain a US presence has been required to comply with a set of stringent regulatory requirements, but a recently adopted rule (Final Rule) limits their application.

How to structure a real estate joint venture: Eight things you need to know

The asset manager's expertise, coupled with the investor's capital, allows both parties to maximise their respective returns

How to structure a real estate joint venture: Eight things you need to know

How to structure a real estate joint venture: Eight things you need to know

How to structure a real estate joint venture: Eight things you need to know

How to structure a real estate joint venture: Eight things you need to know