Samantha J. Mobley

Jul 3, 2024 | globalcompliancenews.com | Helen Brown |Julia Hemmings |Samantha J. Mobley |Bushra Begum

UK Government passes flagship Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers BillIn briefThe UK Government passed the long-awaited Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act (“Act“)1 on 24 May 2024. Some provisions of the Act take effect immediately (for example, new controls over foreign ownership of newspapers), but most provisions will enter into force in Autumn this year following the conclusion of a public consultation on important legislative guidance.

Jun 4, 2024 | bakermckenzie.com | Samantha J. Mobley

After a period of slowdown due to increased interest rates and macroeconomic uncertainty, the second half of 2024 is poised for a strong resurgence in M&A activities. Staying up to date on the latest market trends and legal developments is critical. Corporates must adjust to market challenges by redefining their business models, driving innovation and synergies through acquisitions and optimizing their resources through carve-out and divestments.