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Capital Markets: Equity (International Firms) - China

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Milbank offers a strong Hong Kong-based team with a regional focus, most notably with regard to Philippines expertise and with additional strengths in matters spanning India and Vietnam. The team regularly advises underwriters on US dollar high-yield bond issuances, while also handling convertible bond offerings and exchange offers. The team is also adept at advising underwriters on IPOs, particularly in relation to listings in the Philippines.

Foreign Desk

Milbank's Hong Kong office possesses extensive experience handling Philippines-related capital markets matters. The firm is recognised for its strong track record of advising on debt transactions, including bond issuances, REITs and MTN mandates.

Work Highlights

  • Milbank acted for UBS as lead underwriter in connection with the Rule 144A/Reg S IPO of Citicore Renewable Energy Corporation on the Philippine Stock Exchange.

  • Milbank acted for Goldman Sachs and Deutsche Bank as joint lead managers in the additional high-yield bond issuance under Reg S by Health and Happiness.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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James Grandolfo
4
James Grandolfo
4
Band 4

James Grandolfo has a consistent track record of advising on both debt and equity issuances relating to the Philippines from his base in Milbank's Hong Kong office.

The best way to describe it is that he's a professional who knows what he's doing.

In addition to his expertise in transactions involving highly regulated businesses in the Philippines, what truly sets him apart is his strong and trusted relationships with key regulatory bodies

Paul Anthony C Pery
5
Paul Anthony C Pery
5
Band 5
Paul Pery is based in Hong Kong but possesses notable expertise in equity capital markets matters related to the Philippines. He advises financial institutions on IPOs and follow-on offerings.

Paul is a top counsel for Philippines work.

Paul has consistently delivered efficient service and insightful advice with his comprehensive understanding of the industry.

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Capital Markets (International Firms)

James Grandolfo
F
James Grandolfo
F
Foreign expert for Philippines
Paul Anthony C Pery
F
Paul Anthony C Pery
F
Foreign expert for Philippines
Capital Markets: Debt (International Firms)

James Grandolfo
5
James Grandolfo
5
Band 5
Capital Markets: Equity (International Firms)

James Grandolfo
4
James Grandolfo
4
Band 4
Paul Anthony C Pery
5
Paul Anthony C Pery
5
Band 5