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ASIC public and private markets update

Following the substantial feedback provided in response to ASIC’s discussion paper, ‘Australia’s evolving capital markets: A discussion paper on the dynamics between public and private markets’ (Discussion Paper) on 10 June...more

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ASIC Trialling Fast-Tracked Initial Public Offerings

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On 10 June 2025, the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) announced that it was commencing a two-year trial of a fast-tracked initial public offering (IPO) process (Fast-Track Process)....more

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Australian Securities & Investments Commission clears path for faster IPOs

On 10 June 2025, ASIC announced two initiatives as part of a two-year trial designed to shorten the IPO process: ASIC will informally review pathfinder disclosure documents on a confidential basis two weeks prior to public...more

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ASX Cross-Listings - An Additional Avenue for Resources Companies to Access Capital and Liquidity

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While market conditions continue to be challenging for IPOs, a growing number of listed resources companies from markets such as the TSX are pursuing ASX cross-listings (also known as dual listings). There are a number of...more

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The Regulation of Private Markets in Australia—Where to Next?

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The Australian Securities & Investments Commission ("ASIC") is increasing its focus on private markets, adopting a similar approach to other international regulators. Following on from its introduction of a dedicated private...more

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An Alternative Approach to Access Capital and Liquidity – Why US Companies Should Consider an ASX Listing

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A number of US companies have gone public in Australia as an alternative to a further private round in the US. While the ASX may not be an obvious alternative to US capital markets, there are a number of reasons why the it...more

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Asset Management Regulatory Year in Review 2024

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2024 was a year of meaningful regulatory change for asset managers globally. The regulatory activity was wide ranging and without a particular unifying theme. In fact, the wide, and in cases diverging focuses of key global...more

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Is life returning to the private equity exit market?

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Following a period in which financial sponsors have struggled to realize an acceptable prices for their assets, signs point towards a brighter outlook for 2025. At the start of 2024 private equity firms were hoping that...more

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Secondary market activity in Australia’s offshore wind sector

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It has been a productive year for the Australian Government through its award of multiple feasibility licences under the Offshore Electricity Infrastructure Act 2021 (Cth) and its associated regulatory framework (OEI...more

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Australian Government set to boost investment into Southeast Asia

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The A$2 billion Southeast Asia Investing Financing Facility (SEAIFF) is one of several measures recently announced by the Australian Government to boost investment and strengthen trade relationships between Australia and the...more

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United Kingdom's Separate FTAs with Australia and New Zealand Enter into Force; UK CPTPP Membership on Track

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The United Kingdom's free trade agreements (FTAs) with Australia and New Zealand entered into force on May 31, 2023. As a significant milestone in the UK's post-Brexit future, these FTAs are the first two independently...more

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Australian M&A delivers groundbreaking year

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Australian M&A returned to full power in 2021, following a dip in activity in 2020 as the pandemic took hold. Deal activity within the country exceeded even the most ambitious predictions, with a total of US$256 billion in...more

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US and EU intensify sanctions in response to Russian actions in Ukraine; Australia, Canada, Japan announce sanctions

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On 22 February 2022, the United States announced new sanctions on Russia, blocking the property of two major Russian banks, dozens of their subsidiaries, and five individuals, and imposing additional restrictions on dealings...more

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Changes to the Corporations Act Now Permit Companies to Electronically Sign Documents – Again!

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Electronic execution and split execution of documents by Australian companies under section 127 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) (Corporations Act) are again expressly permitted with the passing of the Treasury Laws...more

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COVID-19: (Australia) Running Your AGM During The COVID-19 Crisis: What Should You Think About?

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For listed companies with a financial year ending on 30 June, Annual General Meeting (AGM) season is rapidly approaching. Companies should be thinking about preparing for AGMs in the context of the coronavirus pandemic. With...more

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