A string of deals took place in the first quarter as energy firms look to capitalize on offshore wind's potential
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Electrification, hedging risk spur utilities M&A
More than any other factor, the energy transition motivates utilities deals worldwide
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Making the trading system work for Africa
The African Continental Free Trade Area could trigger a new era in intra-African trade
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Clearing the debt maturity wall
COVID-19 disruption has had little impact on borrowers' ability to refinance debt and extend loan maturities
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Sovereign wealth fund M&A volume surge in 2020
SWFs acquired more deals in 2020 as they hunted for stable returns in volatile times
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2020 awards & rankings
White & Case was recognized for innovation and exceptional client service in 2020
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Gender matters
Helping women prisoners get the support they need during COVID-19
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Capital Markets
Our heritage, scale and comprehensive offering made us a first choice in 2020 for complex cross-border capital markets matters
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Spanish Constitutional Court Limits the Scope of Review of Awards in Actions to Set Aside
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Global IPOs: Back in the game
When COVID-19 closed the IPO window at the start of last year, expectations were bleak. But the market fought back and 2020 ended on a high.
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Conclusion
As the pandemic continues to overshadow financial markets and the global economy, the following factors will have a major impact on the IPO market in 2021
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Latin America banks on Brazil as IPOs stage a recovery
Although COVID-19 hit the region hard, there was a surge of IPOs in the second half of last year, mainly centered around Brazil’s consumer industry
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Global IPOs hit back strongly after COVID-19 crash
IPO activity ground to a halt following the outbreak of the pandemic, but activity in the second half of the year more than made up for the downturn
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Global Hydrogen Guide: Emerging Policy and Regulatory Initiatives
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Initiative to modify the Electricity Industry Law
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Secondary Fintech regulations related to e-money Institutions (IFPEs)
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Amendments regarding import and export permits for hydrocarbons and petroleum products
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Amendment to the Administrative Provisions regarding Bidding for Exploration and Production Contracts of Hydrocarbons
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Preliminary Draft of the Resolution that amends the requirements and the procedure to obtain import and/or export permits for petroleum products, hydrocarbons and petrochemicals
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Hospitality/Leisure M&A finds flourishing niches in 2020
Hospitality and dining have been buffeted by the pandemic, weighing on deal activity. But Q4 has brought welcome refinancing support and investor confidence.
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Notices to the general public issued by Mexican National Banking and Securities Commission
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LBO issuance slides on slow buyout activity
Leveraged buyout high yield bond and leveraged loan issuance fell in Q3 2020 as a lack of buyout deals in a still cautious M&A market dampened appetite for financing
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Second Infrastructure Investment Plan for Mexico
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Mexican Government issues registration requirements to those who exchange and custody virtual assets
The energy transition and a growing need for efficient digital infrastructure are two trends fueling infrastructure dealmaking in 2020
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Miners dig deep to weather the storm
Mining companies entered 2020 in good financial shape and have continued to secure finance despite disruption from COVID-19
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5 things you need to know about…new investment controls in the UK
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Refinancing remains resilient
Refinancing activity has proven an attractive option amid COVID-19 disruption, with borrowers in good standing seeking to extend maturities and take advantage of low interest rates
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Renewables M&A offers hope for hard-hit energy sector
Deal activity within the renewables sector has been a bright spot for energy M&A in 2020
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Retail M&A focuses on the essentials in 2020
Global retail M&A value increased year on year, as appetite for supermarket and convenience store assets resulted in big-ticket deals
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Mexico
Foreign direct investments, whether undertaken directly or indirectly, are generally allowed without restrictions or the need to obtain prior authorization from an administrative agency
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Chemicals and materials deals down from 2019 highs but recovery is on the way
While COVID shut the window on deals in H1 2020, Q3 saw a revival that augurs well for the rest of the year and beyond
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Global M&A stages rebound in Q3 2020
After deal activity stagnated in H1, the third quarter offers some hope for dealmakers, as deal volume and value surpass Q3 2019
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The Mexican Banking and Securities Commission issues new rules on remote account opening and provision of banking services
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Global PE value fueled by exits in Q3
A series of exit megadeals doubled the value recorded in Q3 2019, while global buyout activity lost momentum, growing more modestly in the third quarter.
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Infrastructure Investment Plan for Mexico
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US International Trade Commission Institutes Global Safeguard Investigation Concerning Fresh, Chilled and Frozen Blueberries
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Electronic Global Certificates | Rule 36/2020 of Banxico
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Amendment to the general provisions for requesting modification of generation permits (self-supply and cogeneration)
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Bill of Amendment to the Pensions System in Mexico
