The rise and rise of Special Purpose Acquisition Companies: What makes a desirable investment for a SPAC?

The rise and rise of Special Purpose Acquisition Companies: What makes a desirable investment for a SPAC?

01. Juli 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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