Analysis/Regulation
German PE faces challenges in 2013
German PE
German PE set to suffer tax blow
While German private equity breathes a sigh of relief over AIFMD implementation, a new threat of tough taxation is rearing its head.
France's fiscal cliff-hanger
Fiscal cliff-hanger
French tax reforms getting carried away
The Loi de Finances 2013 introduces a number of measures likely to impact French PE firms. Greg Gille talks to Herbert Smith Freehills’ Jérôme Le Berre (pictured) to find out what the implications are for future investments.
Private equity becomes election battleground
Election battleground
French PE industry “could collapse”, AFIC warns
French PE industry
French capital gains tax reform spells trouble for PE
The French government is pushing forward with an in-depth tax reform, as announced by new President François Hollande during the Spring election, which will see capital gains taxed at the same rate as income tax – a move likely to worry local fund...
Fund managers left out on red tape reduction
UK environmental legislation
Swiss PE market threatened by regulatory reform
Regulation to hit Swiss PE market
AIFMD: Concerns over lack of suitable depositaries
AIFMD: Depositary shortage fears
Video: Government raises pressure on Bribery Act
The Bribery Act makes it a corporate offence if a business with a UK presence fails to prevent a bribe.
German insolvency reform to boost turnarounds
Germany has recently reformed its insolvency law with the introduction of ESUG, the Act for Further Facilitation of the Reorganisation of Enterprises, which promises to make it easier for businesses to get out of administration and back on their feet....
SVCA conference tackles industry reputation
Regulation and reputation were top of the agenda as private equity professionals gathered for the SVCA conference in Stockholm. Sonnie Ehrendal reports
Regulation update: FATCA
In this week's regulation update, Anneken Tappe takes a look at the impact of FATCA in Europe.
unquote" regulation update: Dodd-Frank
In this week's unquote" regulation update, Anneken Tappe looks at the latest developments regarding the Dodd-Frank Act.
unquote" regulation update: Basel III
In this week's unquote" regulation update, Anneken Tappe looks at the latest developments regarding Basel III.
unquote" regulation update: Solvency II
In this week's unquote" regulation update, Anneken Tappe looks at the latest developments in Solvency II.
BVK calls on industry to remain calm on regulation
Despite its economic importance, the German private equity industry is struggling against a tide of regulatory pressure and a hostile political environment. But the BVK says despite recent negative publicity, new regulations are not set out to destroy...
unquote" regulation update: AIFMD
In this week's unquote" regulation update, Anneken Tappe looks at the latest developments surrounding the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive.
Swiss tax treaties could open doors for further crackdowns
Sweden is the latest European country to sign a Rubik tax treaty with Switzerland. Sonnie Ehrendal reports
VCT MBOs must continue, says ICAEW
Proposed changes may strip VCTs’ of their ability to back buyouts – but this would have dire consequences, according to ICAEW’s CF head. Kimberly Romaine reports.
Disregard for antitrust compliance challenges PE
Antitrust allegations can lead to serious legal and financial struggles for GPs. Yet, antitrust compliance is still not a hot issue in private equity, according to Baker & McKenzie. Anneken Tappe reports
French presidential election spells bad news for PE industry
The regulatory landscape is getting tougher across Europe for private equity - but French players might have more to worry about than most, as presidential candidates unveil measures that could affect the industry. Greg Gille reports
AIFMD timetable too short, says FSA
The risk of disproportionate regulation and a lack of implementation time for the AIFMD have been highlighted by the FSA in its latest discussion paper. Anneken Tappe reports