Recent Insights

In an increasingly interconnected world, cyber risk is firmly at the top of the boardroom agenda, and having an effective data breach response programme is no longer optional.

Debt Explorer | White & Case’s European leveraged finance team evaluates the predictions they made at the beginning of 2024 for leveraged loan and high yield bond activity

M&A Explorer | The US renewables sector is racing to keep up with governmental targets and societal pressure, but the upcoming presidential election creates considerable uncertainty

M&A Explorer | M&A totals for this year have already overtaken 2023 as technology, green energy and a financial services megadeal drive activity

M&A Explorer | The EV industry is facing multiple headwinds in 2024 including consumer pullback, but future dealmaking prospects look solid as buyers seek to safeguard future growth, with China leading the way

Debt Explorer | Macroeconomic uncertainty has impacted Indonesian debt markets in recent years. But, after a period of disruption, prospects for domestic and offshore debt issuances are brightening

Debt Explorer | After a challenging three years for China's real estate sector, a government stimulus package and improving macroeconomic conditions have raised hopes that the industry has turned a corner

Debt Explorer | Spain's renewable energy assets are producing more power than ever. However, as energy prices flatten out, refinancing renewable energy infrastructure could prove to be tricky

M&A Explorer | The string of megadeals announced in the first half of 2024 reflect a growing confidence among US dealmakers. But can the bull run be sustained?

In the 12th edition of our report, we bring you the key deal highlights and M&A trends across UK/Europe in the past 12 months which have shaped the financial services landscape. 

An accelerating focus on doing business responsibly will force changes to wide-ranging aspects of business operations and strategy

As the industry faces higher societal, regulatory and risk management expectations, significant opportunities await responsible businesses in the mining & metals sector.

M&A Explorer | Dealmaking between the two regions looks set to rise as trade links and political relations strengthen

M&A Explorer | A perfect storm of volatile market conditions and investor demands is brewing in Japan, fostering an environment ripe for increased shareholder activism in 2025

M&A Explorer | The number of distressed deals reaches record highs as challenging market conditions take their toll

There is a tendency to think of data as generic, especially when it is vast, but the uniqueness of mineral data makes it the ultimate non-commodity, primed to take advantage of AI.

M&A Explorer | Governmental pressure and an improving macroeconomic outlook could see French buyout activity gaining on the UK

Elevated interest rates have led to an increase in European NPL volumes, but levels remain far below the peaks during the financial crisis period. NPL investors and servicers are rethinking their business models to adjust to a smaller market

Debt Explorer | Compliance with sanctions regimes has been a priority for debt markets. Amid rising geopolitical tensions, the stakes for lenders and borrowers are higher than ever

Debt Explorer | High yield activity in the US, Europe and APAC revives after a tricky period, but markets remain uncertain moving into the final months of 2024

US and European leveraged loan markets record massive increases in issuance as issuers race to refinance

Debt Explorer | Rising interest rates have challenged some markets, but in Japan, where rates have languished in negative territory for almost a decade, a rate increase is generally welcome news for investors

Debt Explorer | A peaceful election and slowing inflation have put M&A markets in South Africa in a more advantageous position. However, taking advantage of South African deal opportunities requires a clear understanding of a rapidly evolving regulatory backdrop

Debt Explorer | The first half of 2024 has been a bumper year for European Collateralized Loan Obligations and a mix of market and legislative catalysts could push the second half into record-breaking territory

Debt Explorer | Demand for covered bonds is rising as investors seek opportunities to deploy capital in low-risk assets during a period of market uncertainty

Debt Explorer | Private debt funds are rapidly expanding into a segment of the market traditionally dominated by banks

M&A Explorer | Dealmaking makes a comeback as tech giants battle for dominance in artificial intelligence

M&A Explorer | Dealmakers are learning to navigate a stricter regulatory environment as UK and EU authorities take an increasingly interventionist stance

Debt Explorer | Investment grade debt markets have enjoyed buoyant activity levels as elevated interest rates see investors and lenders race to build exposure to high-quality borrowers

M&A Explorer | The strong environmental, economic and social case for sustainable farming looks set to spur future M&A in Europe’s agricultural sector

M&A Explorer | The addition of infrastructure to PE firms’ playbooks is part of a broader embrace of adjacent private market asset classes

M&A Explorer | The continent's growing population is producing a wealth of investment opportunities as demand for digital services ramps up

M&A Explorer | Rapid digitalization in the health industry is set to drive M&A across the region

In a time distinguished by significant shifts—from the surge in e-commerce to altered consumer behaviors and the growing emphasis on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) values—brands face not just challenges but vast opportunities.

M&A Explorer | Carve-outs offer a path to streamline operations, raise cash and unlock shareholder value, but have faced various stifling market conditions in 2024

M&A Explorer | Stronger stock market performance bodes well for exit conditions in Japan’s rapidly maturing PE space