Insights
Key Regulatory Updates for Hong Kong Listed Companies — September/October 2024
UK Regulators Publish Final Rules for Critical Third Parties
Global DCA Proposes Information Guidelines for Certain Tokens Made Available in the US
Report
Battery Storage: Accelerating Germany’s Transition to Renewable Energy
Significant storage capacities are necessary to unlock the full potential of renewables — offering a great opportunity for infrastructure investors.
Energy & Infrastructure — Battery Energy Storage Trends
The Book of Jargon Series – Word of the Day®
The Book of Jargon® is a series of practice area and industry-specific glossaries published by Latham & Watkins.
Downstream
the refining of Crude Oil, and the marketing and distribution of refined petroleum products.
See also Upstream.
Power Tower
the focal point for some types of Solar Thermal plants (where Heliostats direct the sun’s rays), where light is converted to heat and imparted to a fluid that is piped back down to run a steam turbine on the ground.
Capped Call
a Hedging transaction in which the Issuer purchases a Call Option that mimics the Call Option embedded in a series of Convertible Bonds, subject to a Cap on the maximum share price of the shares covered by the call.
Hawalah
A term seen in Islamic finance meaning the transfer of liability (e.g., a novation).
Red Flag Report
a Due Diligence report limited to substantial issues/risks and findings identified in the course of the Due Diligence; additionally, the scope of the Due Diligence is rather limited
In each episode of Connected With Latham, we discuss ideas, developments, and trends shaping the global economy.
Litigation Over California’s Climate Disclosure Laws Continues to Discovery Phase
In-scope entities should keep preparing for compliance with Senate Bills 253 and 261 as the lawsuit proceeds past an initial summary judgment motion.
Key Takeaways From Rachel Reeves’ Mansion House Speech
The UK Chancellor announces a growth-focused agenda for financial services.
UK Government Publishes Guidance on “Failure to Prevent Fraud” Offence
Guidance clarifies the implementation date, scope, and application of landmark new corporate offence, and provides suggestions for fraud-prevention procedures.
FINRA Sets Up Shop in the Metaverse
FINRA begins a dialogue with financial market participants about the metaverse’s potential opportunities, applications, and risks.
Landmark Minerals Security Partnership Finance Network Established for Critical Minerals Projects
The new financing initiative aims to enhance collaboration amongst export credit agency and development finance institutions to support financing for critical mineral projects.
SEC Outlines 2025 Examination Priorities
Key risk areas for SEC registrants include standards of conduct, complex products, cybersecurity, digital engagement, and artificial intelligence.