Beyond COVID-19: Financial arrangements

Financial services monthly wrap up: April 2020

In April 2020, the financial services industry has been actively engaging with the Federal Government and regulators in order to address key issues and mitigate risks as a consequence of COVID-19

Australia | Publication | May 11, 2020

Australia: Foreign investment rule changes: The market impact

Temporary changes to Australia’s foreign investment approval regime will affect deal-making for local private equity firms in the post COVID-19 period.

Australia | Publication | May 11, 2020

Australia: COVID-19 and regulatory implications for superannuation

The exponential growth and impact of COVID-19 has not only affected most industries and our everyday lives, but in particular has had significant repercussions within the superannuation industry. In this update, we make some general observations and examine the responses from the key Australian regulators and what this means for superannuation trustees, as well as their directors and senior management.

Australia | Publication | May 06, 2020

Canada: Social bonds: A sustainable response to the current difficulties

Sustainable finance has gained momentum in recent years due to an increasing appetite among investors for responsible investment options that appropriately consider environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria in their valuation processes.

Canada | Publication | April 30, 2020

INSIGHT: Promise and perils of tentative refunds—tax controversy aspects of NOL carrybacks under CARES Act

US: Tax controversy aspects of NOL carrybacks under CARES Act

This update highlights the dangers of rushing to claim NOLs that could become more of a pitfall than a benefit for the unwary taxpayer.

United States | Publication | April 29, 2020

UK: Fairness and forbearance

COVID-19 has impacted the lives of every individual across the country.

United Kingdom | Publication | April 28, 2020

Top five tips for participants in the Middle East construction industry

Middle East: Top five tips for participants in the construction industry

The global construction industry has been hugely impacted as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic (COVID-19).

Middle East | Publication | April 27, 2020

UK: Raising finance in challenging markets: Key considerations for corporates

The COVID-19 pandemic raises a range of issues for companies in all sectors, including the ability to access the finance necessary to maintain business operations during these challenging times.

United Kingdom | Publication | April 22, 2020

CSSF launches new weekly questionnaire for investment fund managers

The Luxembourg Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier has launched a questionnaire applying to investment fund managers established both in Luxembourg and abroad, managing at least one UCITS, AIF and/or any other UCI (not qualifying as an AIF) (the IFMs).

Global | Publication | April 15, 2020