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Capital Markets: Securitisation (International Firms) - China
What the Team is Known For
King & Wood Mallesons offers a strong securitisation practice, frequently acting for major clients on novel and complicated cross-border issuances, including international securitisation of PRC assets. It is also known for its robust derivatives and structured products expertise, advising clients on regulatory and transactional matters, including OTC derivatives transactions for both buyers and sellers. The team is noted for a particularly deep well of expertise relating to warrants. Clients benefit from its very strong Mainland China network and its pool of Australian experience. The team is frequently engaged by regulatory bodies, as well as Hong Kong and PRC securities firms and fund houses.
Strengths
The team sets itself apart by its local knowledge, depth of resources and breadth of practice. They are familiar with the regulatory landscape and have developed solid relationships with regulators.
The team demonstrates technical excellence in structured products and derivatives. The partners are very strong technically and know the issues, and often the solutions, off the top of their heads.
Work Highlights
The firm advised Mizuho Bank on regulatory issues relating to the offering of sustainability-linked derivatives in Hong Kong.
King & Wood Mallesons acted for ING Bank as the arranger for Shinhan Card's cross-border Korean social credit card securitisation transaction.
Notable practitioners
While Minny is one of the most renowned practitioners in the Hong Kong structured products and derivatives market, she is still very responsive and easy to approach.
We really value her experience and understanding of the Hong Kong and PRC regulatory landscape for structured products.
Richard is a key go-to person within KWM. He is very articulate and knowledgeable.
It is always enjoyable working with Richard, regardless of the matter at hand. You truly feel he is working together with you to solve a problem.
He has a good understanding of the market trends and is knowledgeable. He always works closely with us to come up with feasible ways for new projects so they work within the legal framework.
He has the ability to understand business intentions and needs. He can deal with complex issues and offer practical and commercial solutions.