Mergers and acquisitions

With continued market volatility and an evolving geopolitical landscape, mitigating financial risks associated with cross-border M&A transactions reduces the risks to closing for all parties involved and ensures the success of a deal. A deal-contingent hedge is an instrument that protects against...

Merger and acquisition activity slowed in the first half of 2024, mainly due to the higher interest rate environment. As the market anticipates further rate cuts into 2025, a record amount of dry powder that has been waiting on the sidelines is primed for deployment over the next six to 12...

With market volatility hitting the headlines and the geopolitical landscape seemingly changing every week, risk management is once more at the forefront of every CFO’s mind. One instrument that has become an established part of any financial risk management toolbox is the deal-contingent hedge.

Hedge accounting is a key component when trading interest rate swaps with off-market derivatives. End users must navigate the complexities of hedge accounting to optimise the success of their hedging relationships. This white paper provides guidance as to how to identify an off-market hedge and...

A multinational manufacturing company faced significant FX risk during its cross-border deal close window, while also seeking to understand and address capital structure implications of potential funding and risk management strategies.

In our Turn to Chatham video series, Jackie Bowie provides exclusive insights into market developments shaping the U.K. and Europe.

Last week was another choppy week as investors continued to worry about higher inflation and slowing growth. The Fed’s projections did not assuage those concerns, as officials lowered their GDP forecast while raising their projections for core inflation. However, Chair Powell emphasized that they...

The Bank of England (BoE) kept rates on hold as expected today, with policy makers voting 8-1 to leave rates at 4.50%. After cutting rates in February, the Bank’s statement repeated that it would take a “gradual and careful approach” toward future rate cuts. However, there was a more cautious...