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Merger reforms: a mandatory and suspensory merger regime with the ACCC as decision maker
The final regulations for Australia's new merger regime have been released. The regime applies to any deals closing on or after 1 January 2026. The latest version includes changes to the asset, s ...
Education M&A in Vietnam: a legal roadmap for foreign investors
Vietnam’s private education sector is experiencing rapid growth, underpinned by favourable demographics and a strong national commitment to educational advancement. ...
Key takeaways from the 2025 APAC Fund Finance Symposium
Attending the Fund Finance Association’s APAC Symposium in Hong Kong allowed market participants to explore and share the latest finance market trends. NAV financings are surging, especially in ...
ASIC's evolving capital markets report: what it means for industry
ASIC has released Report 823 'Advancing Australia's evolving capital markets: Discussion paper response report' (the Report), which follows market consultation conducted by ASIC in response to its Feb ...
Australian Infrastructure Investment Monitor 2025
While investors are engaged, market challenges persist ...
Credit fund NAVigation: key features for sponsors and financiers
In recent years, the maturing fund finance market in Australia has seen an increase in net asset value (NAV) facilities to supplement the popular subscription financings. As funds mature and investor ...
The rise of stablecoins—Australian regulatory developments and their global context
Major progress is being made in modernising Australia's digital asset regulatory framework. ASIC Corporations (Stablecoin Distribution Exemption) Instrument 2025/631 grants class relief for intermedia ...
The ASX Listing Rules up for review but still fit for purpose: the case for retaining the existing policy settings on reverse takeovers
Merger transactions without a vote of the shareholders of each merger party are back in the headlines as a second deal sparks fresh tension and mounting calls from the Australian investment community ...
Navigating the six key issues affecting data centre investment and operation
Data centre development is capital-intensive, requiring both debt and equity funding. This report explores emerging funding models, investor considerations across real estate and infrastructure, and the growing need for energy generation and grid capacity. ...
Government consults on expanding Australian financial services law to digital assets
After a long period of discussion about potential digital asset reform, the Treasury has released draft legislation—the Treasury Laws Amendment (Regulating Digital Asset, and Tokenised Custody, ...