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A majority of dealmakers say their companies are focused on defense or survival, but about a quarter are actively pursuing growth.

Autumn Webinar Series

Our global team can provide advice on eligibility for governmental financial assistance measures on a global basis. 

In a world roiled by activism, geopolitical uncertainty and data risk, dealmakers are eager to lean in, according to our survey

Digital drives deals in every sector, ensuring tech is a primary focus of M&A across the board—even as data challenges multiply

Cross-border M&A remains a high priority—though trade wars and national security rules change the game for some

A guide to navigating the rules for investing in countries that require foreign direct investment approval

Deals are generally not blocked by the Italian government. However, in connection with the clearance process, conditions may be imposed that can have a significant impact on the investment

The Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy further tightened foreign direct investment control, but the investment climate remains liberal

The Russian government clarified requirements to disclosure of information about foreign investors' beneficiaries, beneficial owners and controlling persons

National security interventions have largely been confined to defense-related transactions

In December 2018, a new decree expanded the scope of the French national security review, especially in the technology sector

Australia requires a wide variety of investments by foreign businesses to be reviewed and approved before completion

China has developed its own national security review regime over the past years, but the review process and relevant rules and guidance continue to be subject to further clarifications

Japan expanded the scope of industries subject to prior notification for Inward Direct Investment in 2019

A new European Foreign Direct Investment regulation harmonizing investment controls came into force

While few deals are challenged in Canada, national security reviews are becoming more common and complex

Most deals are approved, but the landscape is becoming increasingly complex, as more types of transactions are subject to review and some filings are mandatory

Deals are generally not blocked in Finland

Managing your international business risks in 2019

The benefits of paying close attention to details of US export controls and economic sanctions