The discussion offers a comprehensive look at the merger and acquisition (M&A) landscape in Europe in 2025. It includes an in-depth analysis of prevailing trends, highlighting the most active sectors and regions. The discussion also touches on the findings of the CMS European M&A Study...
The EU Pay Transparency Directive introduces sweeping changes that will affect private and public employers, employees, and job applicants alike. By expanding both the scope of obligated companies and the depth of reporting and disclosure requirements, the Directive aims to strengthen employees' rights to information...
Directors’ duties encompass a complex array of responsibilities that underpin effective corporate governance. At the core, these obligations require board members to act with utmost loyalty, care, and diligence, ensuring that the interests of the company and its shareholders are safeguarded. In today’s intricate legal...
In an era of increasing uncertainty from all fronts, directors face an increasing number of challenges. Whether triggered by financial instability, regulatory pressures, macroeconomic downturns, or even political developments, corporate distress brings heightened scrutiny and legal complexity. Directors must balance their fiduciary duties, creditor interests,...
In an increasingly interconnected world, cross-border transactions have become a crucial component of corporate growth and investment strategies. However, navigating these deals presents a host of challenges, from differing legal frameworks and regulatory requirements to cultural and financial complexities. For European businesses and legal professionals,...
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors are becoming critical in the landscape of corporate transactions, influencing everything from valuation to due diligence and post-merger integration. This roundtable will dive into the evolving expectations around ESG in M&A and other corporate transactions, addressing the challenges and...
The EU’s AI Act is set to be one of the most transformative regulatory frameworks of our time, with far-reaching implications for businesses across sectors. While much focus has been placed on compliance requirements, this roundtable will uncover the hidden impacts likely to catch companies...
Cross-border M&A transactions and Pan-European restructuring/transformation projects require a nuanced understanding of both corporate and employment law. From a corporate law perspective, due diligence is paramount; it involves a thorough assessment of the target company’s financial health, legal standing, and compliance with international regulations. Key...
In 2023, the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market demonstrated resilience amidst various challenges, retaining a cautiously optimistic outlook for 2024. The European M&A Study highlights a shift in pricing structures, with a notable decrease in price per action (PPAs) and earn-outs, leaning towards more predictable...
Understanding and managing counterparty insolvency risk is an increasingly significant concern for senior lawyers in Europe, particularly in light of fluctuating economic conditions and evolving legal frameworks. The key challenge lies in identifying and mitigating potential risks in financial transactions, a task that requires acute...