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Picking it up for a song: deal considerations when purchasing a distressed business

Although a growing body of evidence—from job numbers to stock price figures—suggests that the Canadian economy is set for strong growth this year, there will always be companies (and industries) that get left behind for one reason or another. Where those companies that cannot meet their obligations have otherwise attractive assets, it presents an opportunity … Continue reading

New cybersecurity requirements for DFS-regulated entities

New cybersecurity requirements for Department of Financial Services (DFS)-regulated entities took effect on March 1, 2017. The New York DFS created these requirements in response to recent or potential threats to sensitive electronic information, particularly financial information and private consumer information. EY’s report provides an overview of the new framework with implications for the affected entities. … Continue reading

Content management in M&A

MergerMarket recently published a study on content management throughout the M&A process (the Report), interviewing several business executives who shared their thoughts on the key role of content management in the timing and closing of M&A transactions. The Report highlights the biggest challenges in managing M&A transactions, as well as risks associated with improper content … Continue reading

Acquisitions in an insolvency context: mandatory assignment of contracts

Most due diligence processes in a business acquisition context require a review of material contracts and, in particular, a review of any restrictions on assignment of those contracts. When a business enters into a long term commercial contract with a customer, the identity of that particular counterparty may influence the terms of the contract. A … Continue reading
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