S&C Critical Insights

New COVID-19 Guidelines Delay Merger Reviews

In this episode of S&C’s Critical Insights podcast series, S&C Antitrust Group co-head Renata Hesse discusses new procedures that will impact the process and timing of merger reviews. In light of the COVID-19 crisis, the European Commission, the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Federal Trade Commission have announced that companies should expect delays in the merger review process and prepare accordingly. As developments continue to unfold, companies should also expect additional modifications that may further impact the timing of planned transactions.

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DOJ’s Antitrust Division and FTC release Draft Vertical Merger Guidelines

In this episode of S&C Critical Insights, litigation partner Dustin Guzior and litigation counsel Sophie Vandergrift address the DOJ Antitrust Division and Federal Trade Commission's latest announcement of draft Vertical Merger Guidelines. The draft guidelines would apply to mergers between companies involved in different levels of the same supply chain, and they are subject to change based on public comments that may be submitted through February 11, 2020.

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The California Consumer Privacy Act

S&C partners John Evangelakos and Nader Mousavi discuss the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), covering the scope of the Act’s requirements, its definition of “personal information,” CCPA enforcement and other topics.

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Frank Aquila on Global M&A Trends – 2019 in Review & Bright Signs for 2020

In this episode of S&C Critical Insights, partner Frank Aquila looks back on global M&A activity during 2019 and discusses bright signs he sees for deal making in 2020.

Frank describes 2019 as a “Tale of Two Cities,” with a handful of major M&A deals moving forward, while overall M&A activity was down compared to 2018. Uncertainty caused by Brexit and the slowing of outbound Chinese deals are some of the factors shaping the tepid global M&A market. In the United States, Frank notes that the regulatory review has been more stringent than might have been expected, which has been a drag on transactions.

Frank also discusses M&A trends in specific industries, including the strong market for healthcare deals, the rebirth of M&A in the financial services sector, and the consolidation in luxury retailing. He also shares insights on some of the big issues in the world of corporate governance, including the Business Roundtable’s statement on corporate purpose and the push for more diversity in boardrooms.

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Getting the Deal Done: Cross-Border M&A

In this episode of the S&C Critical Insights podcast series, S&C partners Carsten Berrar and Krishna Veeraraghavan discuss the unique challenges and opportunities cross-border M&A presents.

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Legal Developments in the Consumer & Retail Sector

In this episode of S&C Critical Insights podcast series, Audra Cohen, co-head of S&C’s Consumer & Retail Group, and Jim Bromley, co-head of the Firm’s Global Restructuring practice, discuss current trends in the consumer and retail sector as we approach the holiday season. The continuing trend away from brick-and-mortar retail and towards online purchasing poses numerous challenges to retailers. How should retailers address issues such as underutilized real estate holdings, changes to debt markets and acquisitions of e-retailers? How will these changes affect the M&A, commercial real estate and debt markets?

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Financing with a Conscience: The Growth of Sustainable Finance

In this episode of S&C’s Critical Insights podcast series, S&C partner Craig Jones joins Sam Saunders and Zyad Wright to discuss recent developments in sustainable finance, which essentially encompasses any financial transactions that aim to promote desirable environmental and social outcomes. The Project Development & Finance Group team assesses recent trends in regulations in the rapidly developing market, as well as evaluating the pros and cons of investing in sustainable finance.

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Associate Development at S&C: A Conversation with Sergio Galvis

Listen to our conversation with Sergio Galvis, a partner in our General Practice Group, a member of our Management Committee, the head of our Latin America practice, and the Global Head of Recruiting and Professional Development. Milana Hogan, Chief Legal Talent Officer, interviews Sergio about his work, the career development opportunities for lawyers at S&C, and his advice for students as they navigate their way through the recruiting process.

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M&A Landscape: 2019 and Beyond

In this episode of the S&C Critical Insights podcast series, S&C M&A partner, Frank Aquila, discusses the current landscape of M&A, and looks ahead to the rest of 2019 and 2020. He focuses on the impact of the current geopolitical environment, state of equity markets, industries seeing an increase in M&A and the uncertainty currently faced by many boards. He also addresses the potential impact of the next U.S. presidential elections.

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Why S&C?

Listen to our conversation with the managing partner of our Litigation Group, Sharon Nelles. Milana Hogan, chief legal talent officer, interviews Sharon about why she chose S&C, the Firm's approach to associate development and mentoring, her role as head of the Litigation Group, and her advice for students as they navigate their way through the recruiting process.

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