About
Provided by Baker McKenzie
Baker McKenzie's capital markets team based in Johannesburg, Cairo, Casablanca and London (supported by our African Relationship Firms in those countries where we do not have an office) have a longstanding reputation as a leading firm for advising high quality African issuers on raising capital on the global financial markets. This type of work is far more complex than raising capital for an AAA-rated UK LSE listed company. This is because many African issuers face a tougher political and economic environment and are often conducting their debut offerings in the capital markets. African deals also tend to entail more difficult diligence issues and may also require the involvement of a broader range of lawyers (e.g. sanctions and tax lawyers).
We have become leaders in providing clients with practical advice on cross-border transactions due to our unrivalled presence in nearly every major and emerging market country with a stock exchange. Cross-border securities listings continue to be an attractive option for companies looking to gain access to a new pool of investors, raise capital or increase their profile. Our global Cross-Border Listing Guide is very well received by clients and the marketplace, including leading to television and radio interviews for our partners, and illustrates our deep knowledge of the market acquired from being a serious actor in the marketplace.
