April 11, 2025

Global Outlook and Opportunities in the Merger and Acquisitions for 2025

The global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape for 2025 is poised for a significant resurgence, driven by several key factors: Economic and Political Climate The re-election of U.S. President Donald Trump has introduced a pro-business environment characterized by anticipated deregulation and corporate tax reductions. This shift is expected to invigorate M&A activities, with projections indicating…

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Paul Wan & Co

April 11, 2025

Summary of key provisions on Singapore Government passing that anti-discrimination bill

What you need to be aware of! In November 2024, the Singapore Parliament introduced the Workplace Fairness Bill, marking a significant step toward enshrining anti-discrimination measures into law. This legislation aims to protect employees from discriminatory practices across various stages of employment, including hiring, ongoing employment, and termination. Key Provisions of the Workplace Fairness Bill:…

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Paul Wan & Co

ESG
April 11, 2025

EMERGING GLOBAL TRENDS IN ESG

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations continue to significantly influence global financial markets, with recent developments highlighting both advancements and challenges in sustainable investing. US Financial Institutions and ESG Commitments In the United States, major financial institutions are reassessing their ESG strategies amid increasing political scrutiny. Banks such as Citigroup, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley,…

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Paul Wan & Co

IPO
April 11, 2025

A Sneak Peek into the 2024 IPO Summary

In 2024, the capital markets saw a lively 225 IPOs, featuring both equities and SPACs. Quite the party, right? Operating companies jumped into the IPO pool with around 176 deals, splashing out a cool $30.1 billion. Suddenly, the secondary market stole the show, raking in a jaw-dropping $168 billion—five times what IPOs managed to pull…

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Navigating the IPO Journey Opportunities and Challenges IPO
April 10, 2025

Navigating the IPO Journey: Opportunities and Challenges

Navigating the IPO Journey: Opportunities and Challenges From Vision to Listing — and Beyond After a global slowdown since 2021, optimism is returning to IPO markets. For founders and entrepreneurs eyeing a public listing, the path ahead holds immense opportunity—but also significant complexity. The IPO journey requires foresight, discipline, and resilience. Here’s how to get…

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Paul Wan & Co