Recent Insights

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The US syndicated loan market shows signs of recovery
Debt Explorer | During Q1 2024, borrowers returned to the US syndicated market to reprice costly private credit facilities
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Constructing the low-carbon economy
As the world responds to a global shift toward a low-carbon economy, there's unprecedented focus on the legal intricacies of major construction projects
Real estate 2024: Emerging from the storm
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Real estate 2024: Emerging from the storm?
The real estate sector is looking ahead with more optimism, as interest rates peak and a clearer picture forms on valuation and future financial performance
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Challenges remain but IPO outlook brightens
Global IPO markets have had a comparatively positive start to 2024 after a challenging year. Investors and IPO candidates hope that stable interest rates and pent-up demand will support an increasing flow of IPO activity in the months ahead
Turning the tide: Global IPOs are ready to rebound in 2024
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Turning the tide: Global IPOs look for a rebound in 2024
The outlook for global IPO activity in 2024 is improving as interest rates stabilize and stock market valuations rally after a challenging 2023
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Tighter profits drive NPL consolidation
Debt Explorer | Weaker deal flow and tighter profit margins are driving a wave of consolidation in the European non-performing loan servicer market
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India on the rise: GDP growth and inbound investment propel deals
Debt Explorer | Robust economic growth and increasing cross-border investments are driving a surge in transaction activity in the subcontinent
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Europe holds enduring appeal for Asia-Pacific dealmakers
M&A Explorer | APAC investors continue to seek out high-growth assets across the continent despite a global slowdown in M&A activity
Foreign direct investment reviews 2024: A global perspective
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Foreign direct investment reviews 2024: A global perspective
Understanding the ever-evolving global FDI landscape is crucial amid growing regulatory complexities in cross-border transactions
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Dealmakers turn to M&A to combat supply disruption
M&A Explorer | M&A is emerging as a vital tool to support the realignment and resilience of global supply chains
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Fintechs hunt for growth in an uncertain climate
M&A Explorer | Fintech companies must find new revenue streams if they want to thrive in the current market
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Tech takeovers drive M&A in Indonesia
M&A Explorer | The country’s vibrant digital economy and abundant natural resources look set to fuel dealmaking this year
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A corridor of opportunity: deal flow between Mexico and Spain
Debt Explorer | Despite macroeconomic headwinds, cross-border transaction flow between Spain and Mexico has continued to deliver opportunities for investors and dealmakers
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Technology – The hottest commodity in the mining & metals sector
The mining & metals sector, long perceived by the broader markets as an old-fashioned heavy industry, is embracing technological innovation and new forms of partnership as it seeks to harness productivity growth and the energy transition.
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European leveraged finance enters new era
Debt Explorer | High interest rates weighed down on deals, precipitating a drop in leveraged loan issuance in 2023. However, there are reasons to be optimistic that deal activity will pick up in 2024
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Late rally softens leveraged loan landing
Debt Explorer | A strong finish to 2023 helped to boost global leveraged loan issuance at the end of an otherwise rocky year for all key markets
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Uptick in high yield could signal start of recovery
Debt Explorer | High yield bond issuance made gains in some key jurisdictions in 2023 but challenges remain
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Dealmakers prepare to face new uncertainties in 2024
M&A Explorer | Anticipated rate cuts spark investor optimism, but escalating geopolitical tensions threaten to derail economic recovery
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French dealmakers pin hopes on improving macro conditions
M&A Explorer | French M&A retreated to pre-pandemic levels last year, but decreasing inflation could spur transformative dealmaking in 2024
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Net-zero goals boost investment in tech sector
M&A Explorer | As the global energy transition gathers pace, innovation in clean energy solutions is producing a steady flow of deal opportunities
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Incremental debt holds steady in uneven loan market
Debt Explorer | With incremental loan activity accounting for an outsize share of the leveraged lending market over the past year, we explore the top trends, insights and structuring considerations for lenders and borrowers
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European leveraged finance: A whole new world
European leveraged finance in 2023 was saddled with the negative effects of elevated interest rates. But as the market adjusts to the "new normal", rate and price stability offer hope for a brighter 2024.
Africa Focus: Winter 2023
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Africa Focus: Winter 2023
Fueling a sustainable future
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Sukuk drive Islamic financing across MENAT
Debt Explorer | State-owned funds continue to be active players on the global dealmaking scene, despite the market downturn
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Luxury powerhouses turn to M&A amid slowing sales
M&A Explorer | Declining consumer spending power is driving down revenues and pushing luxury firms to seek new avenues for growth
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Taiwan: Adapting to ongoing macroeconomic and regulatory uncertainty
Key legal developments in 2023 and their implications for Taiwan
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Whole-business securitization on the M&A radar
Debt Explorer | Whole-business securitization financing has been traditionally used to lower general corporate debt costs and sometimes used to recapitalize companies. Now, dealmakers are exploring whether the structure can also be applied in M&A transactions
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Investors flock to lucrative aerospace and defense industry
M&A Explorer | Against a backdrop of growing geopolitical unrest, space, satellite and surveillance assets attract increasing premiums
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Investing in India
From challenges to solutions
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LatAm debt markets ready to rebound
Debt Explorer | After a slow first half, the outlook for Latin American debt markets is improving as inflation cools and interest rates stabilize
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US outbound M&A into China pivots to Korea and Japan
M&A Explorer | Long-time US allies Japan and South Korea benefit from tensions between Washington and Beijing
Latin America Focus: Fall 2023
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Latin America Focus: Fall 2023
Despite political uncertainty and a slowdown in GDP growth across Latin America, there are plenty of bright spots and opportunities on the horizon for those who know where to find them.
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Big Oil displays commitment to net zero through dealmaking
M&A Explorer | As the market turmoil of 2022 fades, energy supermajors are using M&A to expand into renewables and low-carbon solutions
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Southeast Asia’s star ready to rise
M&A Explorer | Tech innovation and frontier-market growth both point to dynamic future for regional M&A
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Sovereign wealth funds power M&A in 2023
M&A Explorer | State-owned funds continue to be active players on the global dealmaking scene, despite the market downturn
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European NPLs: Market earns welcome breathing room
The ongoing decline in NPL volumes in 2022 and pivot towards smaller disposals leave European lenders well positioned to withstand adverse economic conditions.
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Dealmaking set for comeback in North America’s food industry
M&A Explorer | M&A is proving popular with companies looking to reinvigorate their portfolios and adapt to shifting consumer demands
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International bidders bolster German M&A
M&A Explorer | Amid a challenging economic climate, international buyers prompted by the energy transition target mainstay sectors including industrials & chemicals and automotive
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Carve-outs: A valuable tool for European firms
M&A Explorer | Strategic carve-outs continue to present a strong business case, as companies shed non-core assets and position themselves for growth
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Geopolitics and decarbonization in the mining & metals sector
Geography—as much as geology—is driving commercial activity and opportunities for mining & metals firms as decarbonization accelerates