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NPL market dynamics are changing, possibly for good
What does the future hold for NPLs? There's still plenty of business to be done, but buyers and sellers alike will need to change tack to get the most from the available opportunities.
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Regional spotlight on NPLs: Greece, Italy, Spain and beyond
Europe's banks continue to defy expectations—not a single country saw its banking sector’s NPL ratio increase in 2021, with the vast majority reporting an improvement.
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European NPLs: The journey from COVID-19 to Ukraine
While the spike in bad debt and subsequent tsunami of NPL and non-core loan deals that was anticipated due to COVID-19 did not materialise, the increasingly volatile market trends may lead investors to discover new and unexpected opportunities.
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Investigations Insider H1 2022
Leveraging our White Collar/Investigations team's collective knowledge to bring you insightful commentary on fraud, financial crime and regulatory risks from around the world.
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Recent Arbitration Reforms in Nigeria
Africa Focus: Summer 2022
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Africa Focus: Summer 2022
Sustainably powering Africa’s development
Is "low-carbon" hydrogen a useful option for Africa's energy needs?
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Is "low-carbon" hydrogen a useful option for Africa's energy needs?
African policies can encourage low-carbon hydrogen production processes
China's pivotal role in supporting post-COVID growth in Africa
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China's pivotal role in supporting post-COVID growth in Africa
China's relationship with Africa is well established, deep and thriving on many fronts
Africa's digital infrastructure transformation
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Africa's digital infrastructure transformation
Affordable, universal digital access is key to Africa's growth and development
Energy transition, funding African infrastructure and sustainable finance
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Energy transition, funding African infrastructure and sustainable finance
A conversation with White & Case partner Sibusiso Zungu
Transitioning from coal to renewables in Africa
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Transitioning from coal to renewables in Africa
Blocking funding for gas energy projects in Africa may seem like sensible climate policy. But is it?
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Retail M&A driven by pandemic trends
Long-term consumer behavior triggered by the pandemic continues to catalyze deal activity  
scrap metal
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From trash to treasure: Green metals from recycling
The global drive towards a low-carbon circular economy and increased focus on ESG are creating many new opportunities for metal recycling projects. But is scrap the answer to the growing demand for green metals?
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Global Hydrogen Guide: Emerging Policy and Regulatory Initiatives – Edition 2
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Global M&A market drops to pre-pandemic levels
While global dealmaking in Q1 was down from a blockbuster 2021, there are signs deal activity could pick up later in the year
Liquid debt markets hit the brakes on restructurings
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Global PE activity slows in Q1 following blockbuster year
Private equity dealmaking was slow to pick up the pace in Q1, yet activity remained in line with pre-pandemic levels
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ESG pressures fuel dealmaking
Companies across the globe are turning to M&A to fulfill their ESG ambitions while investors seek the steep returns on offer
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Backed by SPACs, IPOs hit new heights in 2021
A combination of SPACs, pent-up demand from pandemic-shocked 2020 and a wave of technology listings drove the IPO market to record highs 
Solar
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Global decarbonization goals drive renewables M&A
Ambitious decarbonization policies are encouraging dealmaking within the renewables industry, with the sector’s untapped potential too big to ignore  
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City of Cape Town to Procure 300MW of Renewable Energy from IPPs
Cairo
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Egypt M&A posts impressive rebound in 2021
Interest in high-growth industries such as TMT and financial services resulted in a string of deals—from both local and international bidders.  
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FDI on the radar screen
Governments around the world are tightening their scrutiny of foreign direct investments  
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2021: A spectacular year for SPACs
From record SPAC IPOs and M&A deal flow to the SEC issuing a variety of pronouncements, last year was one to remember.  
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Global private equity delivers groundbreaking 2021
Annual deal value more than doubled 2020’s total to reach all-time high  
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Global M&A hits new milestone in 2021
Deal value exceeded US$1 trillion in every quarter for the first time in history, in just one example of the record-shattering 2021.  
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Logistics deals deliver for investors as supply chains struggle
Logistics, packaging and shipments companies are using M&A to expand their service coverage and future proof.
Pharmaceutical
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Healthcare M&A on track to set new record in 2021
Heightened interest in medical suppliers, contract research organizations and biotech firms resulted in an impressive year for healthcare dealmaking.
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Entry into force of the new PPP decree in Senegal: salient provisions on local content
Liquid debt markets hit the brakes on restructurings
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Active private equity firms buoy buyout issuance
Issuance of leveraged loans and high yield bonds to fund buyouts surged to quarterly highs in 2021 as private equity sponsors raised their investment game
Connect cars
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Automotive M&A is in top gear
Deal activity in the auto industry has never been higher, as manufacturers look to capitalize on the shift towards electric vehicles  
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Leveraged loan markets keep on rolling
Despite a spike in energy prices and persistent inflation, year-to-date leveraged loan activity showed substantial gains on 2020 levels  
Africa Focus
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Africa Focus: Autumn 2021
Transitioning to new priorities in a post-pandemic era
Southern Africas PGMS
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Southern Africa’s PGMs are on the rise
PGMs are helping Southern African mining remain relevant and contributing to a global clean and green transition
Petroleum industry
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Acquisition financing in an era of energy transition
An innovative, first-of-its-kind hybrid acquisition financing in Nigeria* 
South Africa currency
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Debt: Outlook for Africa brightens after challenging first half to the year
Lender caution following Zambia's debt repayment default in 2020 has weighed on African debt issuance, but successful raisings by high profile borrowers show that investor appetite remains resilient
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US government agencies focus on Africa
Africa is a priority for several Biden administration agencies working in development finance
Johannesburg
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African M&A stages a comeback
H1 2021 dealmaking within the continent appears to be turning a corner
Africa
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M&A transaction terms: Comparing Africa to Europe
Significant differences exist between terms that typically apply in M&A transactions in Africa and Europe
Solar energy
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Renewable energy in Africa: Update in the era of climate change
Africa offers vast potential for renewable energy deployment and investments
Africa
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Climate change litigation in Africa: Current status and future developments
Climate change litigation is increasing steadily worldwide, but few cases have been filed yet in Africa