Baker McKenzie, Capital Markets | Chambers Global Profile

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Capital Markets - Saudi Arabia

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

This is a distinguished group with strong on-the-ground capabilities in the Kingdom. The firm is well placed to advise on rights issues and IPOs, regularly acting for domestic, regional and global investment banks in their capacity as underwriters. It is equally capable of assisting issuer clients, with experience representing major food and beverage, healthcare and financial services companies. The team has extensive experience in debt capital markets, with regular roles on high-value sukuk, and this is complemented by a solid track record in equity work.

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Work Highlights

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The team represented SNB Capital - in its various roles as arranger, bookrunner and agent - on a SAR3.3 billion, Tier 1 sukuk issuance by Saudi National Bank.

Strengths

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"They are fantastic. They know the market and they know what we might need to be concerned about on a deal."

Capital Markets respondent
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"They are fantastic. They know the market and they know what we might need to be concerned about on a deal."

Capital Markets respondent
Global

Notable Practitioners

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Karim B Nassar

Band 1

Karim Nassar has a deep knowledge of the Saudi market, and is held in particular regard for his experience handling capital markets transactions in the jurisdiction. He is adept at representing major international and regional clients in IPOs, rights issuances and private placements, with further experience in capital restructuring.

"He's experienced, extremely professional and very supportive to our business."

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Robert Eastwood

Band 3

Robert Eastwood is a notable presence in the market who is well equipped to handle IPOs and M&A transactions. His client list features several major financial institutions, including multinational investment banks.

"He is a hands-on and experienced lawyer who is also a good negotiator."

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