The rise and rise of Special Purpose Acquisition Companies: What makes a desirable investment for a SPAC?
July 01, 2021
Despite some initial scepticism, it appears that SPACs are here to stay.
As they steadily gain a foothold in Asian and European markets following their popularity in the US, corporates are looking on with a mix of interest and intrigue.
In this webinar our international panel of capital markets and M&A lawyers share insights on SPACs, their march across the globe and the opportunities they bring to private companies. In particular, they discuss:
- regional updates, including regulatory and legal
- what makes a business an attractive SPAC acquisition candidate?
- how SPAC investments differ from ‘normal’ sell side M&A and Initial Public Offerings (IPOs)?
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Despite some initial scepticism, it appears that SPACs are here to stay. As they steadily gain a foothold in Asian and European markets following their popularity in the US, corporates are looking on with a mix of interest and intrigue.
Join our international panel of capital markets and M&A lawyers to gain insights on SPACs, their march across the globe and the opportunities they bring to private companies. In particular, we will discuss:
- Regional updates, including regulatory and legal
- What makes a business an attractive SPAC acquisition candidate?
- How SPAC investments differ from ‘normal’ sell side M&A and Initial Public Offerings (IPOs)?
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