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Equity Capital Markets
Navigating the world of equity capital markets can be complex. Whether you are looking to take your company public, raise capital or simply keep up wi
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Mergers & Acquisitions
The successful execution of a Mergers & Acquisition transaction, whether sell-side or buy-side, requires lawyers who understand their clients` bus
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Venture Capital
One firm for everything VC. At CMS we’re all about innovation and progress – that’s why we are such a good match for VC investors an
30/10/2023
Clearing the last hurdle
Making Post-Merger Integration a success | 5 min read The deal is done. As champagne flutes empty, dealmakers turn their sights to an element of the process which may be even trickier than the deal itself – integrating the businesses after the deal closes. The success of post-merger integration (“PMI”), the process in which two businesses are joined up after an M&A transaction, can make or break a deal. Issues with integration are cited as the main cause of why up to 90% of M&A transactions are deemed to “fail”. This article looks at the PMI process and how it can help acquirers maximise the value of a deal.  Key contacts Bruce Harvie, CorporateRichard Mitterhuber, CorporateJörg Schrade, TaxElliot Cowan, CorporateMatthew McGuire, Corporate
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11/03/2024
CMS advises Flagstone on £108m investment from Estancia Capital Partners
International law firm CMS has advised fintech company Flagstone on a £108m investment from US private equity firm Estancia Capital Partners. Launched in 2015, Flagstone has grown to become the UK’s...
04/03/2024
CMS advises BBC Studios on the acquisition of ITV’s stake in BritBox
International law firm CMS has advised long standing client BBC Studios, the BBC’s commercial content studio and media and streaming business, on the acquisition of ITV’s 50% stake in BritBox International...
29/02/2024
CMS advises TDR Capital on its investment in Jollyes
International law firm CMS has advised TDR Capital on its investment in pet shop chain Jollyes. TDR Capital is a leading European private equity firm with over €15 billion of assets under management...
22/02/2024
CMS advises Fremantle on the acquisition of Asacha Media Group
International law firm CMS has advised long standing media client, Fremantle, on its acquisition of Asacha Media Group, a leading European TV production group with TV production businesses: Kabo, Srab...
21/02/2024
CMS advises August Equity on sale of Agilio Software
International law firm CMS has advised longstanding client August Equity on the sale of Agilio Software to Five Arrows and TA Associates. August Equity is a private equity firm that invests in high quality...
19/02/2024
CMS advises Harley Academy on investment by Rockpool
International law firm CMS has advised Harley Academy, the UK’s leading provider of higher education in aesthetic medicine, on an investment from private equity firm Rockpool Investments. Harley Academy...
06/02/2024
Employment issues in M&A transactions in United Kingdom
A. Share Deal I. Obligations of the purchaser 1. Check whether: the structure of the transaction is a true share sale (and that it is not combined with an asset sale/transfer) to ensure that the Transfer...
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05/02/2024
CMS advises Instant Win Gaming on its agreement to partner with Allwyn
International law firm CMS has advised Instant Win Gaming Limited (IWG), the lead­ing supplier of online instant win games, on its agreement to partner with multi-national lottery operator Allwyn. The...
29/01/2024
CMS advises Equinor as it takes full ownership of Empire Wind following...
International law firm CMS has advised Equinor, one of the world’s largest offshore wind developers, on its swap transaction with bp in the US, which will see Equinor take full ownership of the Empire...
26/01/2024
CMS advises Cicor on the acquisition of the STS Defence Group
International law firm CMS has advised Swiss SIX listed company, Cicor Technologies Ltd (SWX: CICN), on the acquisition of STS Defence Limited, a UK-based technology and system integration company. Cicor...
22/01/2024
Artificial warranties
Points to note in M&A deals involving AI businesses | 6 min read The pace of innovation and transformation driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI) has made some traditional considerations in mergers and acquisitions redundant. Deals involving AI businesses could give rise to specific risks. Buyers may want certain protections to mitigate against these. Despite the clear benefits of AI, there might be questions around its reliability, performance, and long-term sustainability which heighten the need for carefully crafted warranties to protect investments and to ensure the delivery of promised functionalities. Key Contacts Elmer Veenman, CorporateTom Marshall, Finance
17/01/2024
Vermilion: A Noble Cause or a Taxing Problem?
Background In 2006, Vermilion Holdings Ltd (“Vermilion” or “the Company”) carried out a funding exercise as part of which Quest Advantage Limited (“Quest”) was appointed to produce a business...