South and Southeast Asia are undergoing a wave of insolvency and restructuring reforms, reshaping the region’s financial and corporate landscape. This publication outlines these reforms and examines their potential implications for private capital investors, corporates and other creditors.

2026 is set to be a strong year for M&A. Private capital is preparing for increased activity, while strategics are seeking to reposition themselves through transformative deals. However, this optimism may be tempered by geopolitical tensions or a tightening of credit markets. Read our top 10 predictions.

This briefing details the advantages of privately placed high-yield bonds, the transaction participants, the key deal documents and the legal mechanics for these transactions.

On 20 February, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its opinion in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump, holding that the President cannot use the International Emergency Economic Powers Act ("IEEPA") to impose tariffs. 

This briefing considers senior management accountability in the face of new regulations and geopolitical risk and looks at right-sizing strategies. 

This briefing explores the impact of this strategy on procurement, ESG considerations and M&A, and what it all means for those looking to invest, partner or lead in the defence space.