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Discover thought leadership and legal insights by our legal experts from across CMS. In our Expert Guides, written by CMS lawyers from across the jurisdictions where we operate, we provide you with in-depth legal research and insights that can be read both online and offline. You can also find Law-Now articles with focused legal analysis, commentary and insights to help you anticipate future challenges and much more.



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12/08/2021
CMS Global Fintech Update - August 2021
Below you will find topics of August 2021 news­let­ter:Fintech in Bel­gi­umFintech in RomaniaFintech in SpainFintech in South AfricaFintech in Switzer­land­Fintech in UkraineFintech in United Kingdom 
05/08/2021
CMS Global Fintech Update
The legal framework in the fintech industry is changing very quickly and sometimes varies greatly from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Our global update, will give you an overview of the latest changes and topics we have been dealing with in Europe, Africa and Latin America region. This will give you an at a glance summary of a number of articles that we have produced on a local basis. For a more in-depth analysis or for any questions, please reach out to your usual CMS contact or listed in this update Fintech experts.
30/06/2021
CMS Funds Market Study 2021
Periodically, CMS takes soundings on the state of the market from our funds-related clients. Given the unprecedented nature of the last 12 months we thought this was an opportune time to look back over the last few years. This study analyses the key market trends in fund documentation of over 300 funds established in Europe, Asia, USA and offshore jurisdictions advised on by CMS offices throughout 2017 to 2020. We have also conducted client interviews, which are highlighted in this report, and conducted a selective survey of our international client base. We trust this CMS Funds Market Study will be a useful guide for both managers and investors this year. The size of our deal sample and the range of countries involved means that the study should be a uniquely valuable and rich resource for managers and investors. Our research indicates that funds industry players are clear on how to move forward and that, while strategies may have shifted, there are reasons for optimism and bullishness, unlike the gloom that descended after the global financial crisis in 2008. Looking forward we see an active funds market, with Luxembourg being the jurisdiction of choice for European funds. ESG is now a key focus for investors. This market impetus and regulatory drivers are moving sustainable investment from a niche focus into the mainstream for investors and managers alike. We also see managers increasingly looking at the benefits and impact of AI and technology with the tokenisation of assets and the use of blockchain. We see this pace of change accelerating. If you have any feedback or questions, we would love to hear from you.
12/05/2021
CMS Global Fintech Update - May 2021
Below you will find the topics of the May 2021 news­let­ter:Fintech in ChileFintech in Ger­many­Fintech in ItalyFintech in Lux­em­bourgFintech in Neth­er­landsFintech in Slov­e­ni­aFintech in SpainFintech in South AfricaFintech in Switzer­land­Fintech in United Kingdom 
12/05/2021
Spotlight on Sustainability I May 2021 - Consumer Products Newsletter
Welcome to May 2021 edition of the CMS Consumer Products Newsletter!
13/11/2019
CMS On your radar | Issue 11
Evolution or revolution? How should employment law adapt to respond to the changing pace of the world of work?  The global growth in the gig economy has brought a variety of local challenges. Laws which...
02/08/2019
On your radar | Issue 10
We are happy to share the tenth edition of On your radar which brings you updates on key employment law developments across jurisdictions. Specific responses to universal themes make interesting reading...
08/05/2019
CMS On your radar
We are happy to share the ninth edition of On your radar which brings you updates on key employment law developments across jurisdictions. As we look ahead to our summer holidays, the Slovakian development...
25/01/2019
CMS On your radar
For employers operating across borders, understanding an employer’s freedom to contract with its employees is vital. New laws in individual countries, which restrict this by filling perceived gaps in...
29/10/2018
CMS On your radar
Our latest edition of On Your Radar contains a number of interesting themes, including the interaction between app based tech­no­logy and employment law. While the issues raised in the Spanish gig economy...
10/01/2018
CMS On your radar - January 2018
The international CMS employment group has the pleasure of sharing the fourth edition of On Your Radar publication giving you access to the key employment law developments at your fingertips. Our easy...
01/08/2017
LATAM Quarterly Energy Update August 2017
The new Latin America Quarterly Energy Update including hot topics and developments in the energy industry in Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Peru, is now available for download in English and Spanish...