The Securities and Exchange Commission recently cut the minimum time required for certain equity tender offers in half. Historically, federal rules mandated that such offers remain open for at least 20 business days. Now, an April 16, 2026 exemptive order
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Cleary M&A and Corporate Governance Watch, published by Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP, focuses on developments in mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and securities regulation. The blog covers regulatory changes affecting foreign private issuers, SEC reporting requirements including Form 20-F, insider reporting obligations, and compliance with filing fee rules. It also addresses corporate law updates in various jurisdictions, such as amendments to UAE Companies Law, and practical implications for corporate transactions and governance structures. The content is aimed at legal and corporate professionals interested in cross-border M&A, regulatory compliance, and governance best practices.
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An interview given by Cleary partner Mirko von Bieberstein was included in the Handelsblatt special edition supplement “Succession, M&A and Regulatory” on March 25, 2026.
Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) Proposes to Ease Regulations for Smaller and Institutional Fund Managers
On November 24, 2025, the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (“FSRA”) of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (“ADGM”) published Consultation Paper No. 12 of 2025 (the “CP”), proposing significant reforms to the ADGM’s private funds regulatory framework.[1] The proposals introduce…
Outlook for Private Credit in 2026
The following is part of our annual publication Selected Issues for Boards of Directors in 2026. Explore all topics or download the PDF.
The private credit market has reached a pivotal stage in its growth, with direct lending now…
Considerations for U.S. Boards when Contemplating a Liability Management Transaction
The following is part of our annual publication Selected Issues for Boards of Directors in 2026. Explore all topics or download the PDF.
As liability management transactions (LMEs) become increasingly prevalent, directors are frequently called upon to evaluate these…
2026 Digital Assets Regulatory Update: A Landmark 2025 . . . But More Developments on the Horizon
The following is part of our annual publication Selected Issues for Boards of Directors in 2026. Explore all topics or download the PDF.
The U.S. regulatory and enforcement landscape for digital assets and distributed ledger technology changed dramatically in…
Alternative Assets in 401(k) Plans: What Boards Need to Know in 2026
The following is part of our annual publication Selected Issues for Boards of Directors in 2026. Explore all topics or download the PDF.
On August 7, 2025, the Trump administration issued an executive order titled “Democratizing Access to Alternative…
A Sea Change In Shareholder Litigation, or More Of The Same? What To Expect In 2026
The following is part of our annual publication Selected Issues for Boards of Directors in 2026. Explore all topics or download the PDF.
Two significant developments during 2025—one in Delaware corporate law and the other in federal securities law—could…
Shareholder Engagement: Is the Power of Proxy Advisors and Institutional Investors Shifting?
The following is part of our annual publication Selected Issues for Boards of Directors in 2026. Explore all topics or download the PDF.
Proxy advisory firms—principally ISS and Glass Lewis—and large institutional investors, such as Blackrock, Vanguard, State Street…
Rethinking Compensation Disclosure
The following is part of our annual publication Selected Issues for Boards of Directors in 2026. Explore all topics or download the PDF.
A number of changes to executive compensation disclosure may occur in 2026, reflecting potential Securities and…