July 5, 2016
Hong Kong has been targeted as the regional franchising hub for many international brands. According to the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, many brands identify Hong Kong as the prime location to set up their franchise network as it is an ideal two-way springboard for gaining access to the Asian markets, and for Asian brands…
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June 9, 2016
Valuing a technology that is part of a bundle of integrated technologies used in a manufacturing process presents additional challenges beyond those encountered when appraising a stand-alone technology. This additional complexity requires significant experience and judgment to properly apply current valuation best practices and conclude an appropriate and supportable value. Introduction The valuation of developing…
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May 30, 2016
A summary of the most significant amendments to the Corporate Governance Code for Italian listed companies (the “Code”) approved on July 9, 2015 by the Corporate Governance Committee seated at the Italian Stock Exchange (the Committee)[1] is indicated herein. Adherence to the Code (or any other corporate governance code) by Italian listed companies is voluntary…
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May 23, 2016
1. Corporate Vehicles Over the years, Malta has developed a strong reputation as a financial services centre offering an attractive and competitive environment for operators looking to set-up a business or invest in a European Union compliant jurisdiction. The benefits of selecting Malta are numerous, including a quick and efficient incorporation process, comparatively low running…
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May 11, 2016
The legal sector is no stranger to radical change. Take the Jackson reforms, for example, which forced personal injury firms to rethink how they sourced new business. And most recently, with the consultation period underway on fixed fees for medical negligence, this is another area of law set to be overhauled. By October of this…
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